HIL Engineer: Power Electronics & Test Automation

Equiliem; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 50,971 - 67,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Matching 401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Payment Options

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking an experienced Hardware-In-the-Loop (HIL) Engineer in Raleigh, NC to set up, integrate, maintain, and validate HIL test systems supporting power electronics, energy storage, and control systems. The role collaborates across controls, firmware, systems, and hardware teams to develop HIL models, automate testing, and verify products throughout development.

The ideal candidate has hands-on HIL platform experience (OPAL-RT or similar) with strong troubleshooting, analytical, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in HIL testing, system validation, or related engineering role.
• HIL platforms experience, e.g., OPAL-RT, with hardware/software integration.
• Experience developing automated test scripts using Python, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Configure, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot HIL test systems.
• Develop, validate, and maintain HIL models for system-level testing.
• Configure HIL environments for power electronics, energy storage, and control systems.
• Develop and execute automated test scripts to improve coverage and efficiency.
• Collaborate with controls, firmware, systems, and hardware teams to verify designs.
• Perform hardware/software integration to ensure reliable HIL operation.
• Analyze test results and support root-cause investigations.
• Document test procedures, configurations, results, and findings.
• Support test automation and HIL infrastructure improvements.
• Assist with installation, calibration, and maintenance of HIL equipment.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety procedures.

Skills

HIL testing

OPAL-RT

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Embedded systems

CAN/Ethernet/Modbus

Test automation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related

Tools

OPAL-RT

Job description

Equiliem is seeking an experienced Hardware-In-the-Loop (HIL) Engineer in Raleigh, NC to set up, integrate, maintain, and validate HIL test systems supporting power electronics, energy storage, and control systems. The role collaborates across controls, firmware, systems, and hardware teams to develop HIL models, automate testing, and verify products throughout development.

The ideal candidate has hands-on HIL platform experience (OPAL-RT or similar) with strong troubleshooting, analytical, and