HIL Engineer (Hardware-in-Loop)

ALTEN Technology USA; Raymond (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a skilled HILS Engineer to join our engineering team in Ohio. You will verify signals, support ADAS hardware-in-the-loop workflows, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust simulation-based validation of vehicle systems.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 3+ years of HILS experience, with MATLAB/Simulink, CAN tools, Python/C++, and IPG CarMaker skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, or Controls Engineering.
• Minimum 3+ years in a HILS environment.
• Experience with MATLAB / Simulink.
• Experience with Vector CANape, CANalyzer, or CANoe.
• Programming experience with Python, C++, or VBA.
• Experience with Automotive CAN communication.
• Experience with IPG CarMaker.
• Experience with co-simulation and integrated real-time modeling.
• Experience with dSPACE SCALEXIO HILS equipment (LabBox, etc.).
• Strong organizational, documentation, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Utilize existing HILS assets to verify signals communications to ADAS control unit.
• Validate signals through base software to application layer for proper functionality.
• Ensure signals are accurately received and used within the application layer.
• Develop evaluation criteria to assess signal fidelity at different stages.
• Recreate and execute test cases in HILS environment and validate results.
• Support modeling methods for virtual prediction of vehicle-level ADAS performance.
• Document processes, results, and methodologies; communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Support process implementation and related engineering activities as required.

Skills

HILS experience

MATLAB/Simulink

CANape/CANalyzer/CANoe

Python/C++/VBA

Automotive CAN

IPG CarMaker

co-simulation

REAL-TIME modeling

dSPACE SCALEXIO

Documentation & reporting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, or Controls Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Vector CANape

CANalyzer

CANoe

IPG CarMaker

dSPACE SCALEXIO

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, and candidates with valid OPT or CPT EAD work authorization may apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Utilize existing HILS assets to verify that signals are correctly communicated to the ADAS control unit.
• Validate that signals are transmitted through the base software layer and correctly propagated to the application layer for proper functionality.
• Ensure signals are accurately received and utilized within the application layer.
• Support the development of evaluation criteria to assess signal fidelity at different stages of the signal path.
• Using existing HILS assets and predefined test case definitions, recreate and execute test cases within the HILS environment and validate results based on the established criteria.
• Utilize existing HILS infrastructure to support the development of integrated modeling methods for virtual prediction of vehicle-level ADAS performance.
• Effectively document processes, results, and methodologies, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Support process implementation and related engineering activities as required.

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, or Controls Engineering required
• Minimum 3+ years of experience working in a HILS environment
• Experience with MATLAB / Simulink
• Experience with Vector CANape, CANalyzer, or CANoe
• Programming experience with Python, C++, or VBA
• Experience with Automotive CAN communication
• Experience with IPG CarMaker
• Experience with co-simulation and integrated real-time modeling
• Experience with dSPACE SCALEXIO HILS equipment (LabBox, Customized SCALEXIO, SCLX Processing Unit)
• Strong organizational, documentation, and reporting skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.