HiL Systems Integration Engineer (dSPACE / Simulink)

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Mossville (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services company in Illinois is seeking a candidate with strong hands-on experience in Hardware-in-the-Loop systems. The ideal applicant should be proficient in creating Simulink models and have a solid understanding of J1939 datalink protocols. Strong programming skills in Python, C, or C++ are essential, along with effective communication capabilities. Candidates should be self-starters with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. This role offers exciting challenges in system-level testing and integration.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) systems using dSPACE.
• Ability to create Simulink models for system-level integration testing.
• Solid working knowledge of J1939 datalink protocols and embedded network communications.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and debug dSPACE HiL test benches.
• Diagnose complex network and electrical system-level issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to develop robust test plans.

Skills

Hands-on experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) systems

Simulink model creation

Knowledge of J1939 datalink protocols

Proficiency with Vector tools (CANoe, CANalyzer)

Experience with automation programming (Python, C, C++)

Systems-level thinking

Strong communication skills

Self-starter

Job description

• Strong hands‑on experience with Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HiL) systems using dSPACE PHS/MRET/MRET Scalexio (bonus if candidate also has Opal experience)
• Be able to create Simulink models to simulate sensor inputs such as voltage and PWM signals on dSPACE HiL benches for system level integration testing
• Solid working knowledge of J1939 datalink protocols and embedded network communications (bonus if candidate also has Ethernet experience)
• Proficiency with Vector tools (e.g., CANoe, CANalyzer) or comparable tools for datalink monitoring, analysis, and troubleshooting
• Demonstrated ability to design, build, and debug dSPACE PHS/MRET/MRET Scalexio HiL test benches, including hardware integration and signal simulation
• Strong knowledge of automation tools or programming knowledge such as Python, C, or C++
• Systems‑level thinker with the ability to understand and reason about interactions across components and functional domains, not just individual test cases
• Experience diagnosing complex network and electrical system‑level issues by correlating software, hardware, and datalink behavior
• Strong communication skills, with experience collaborating with cross‑functional process partners to develop clear, robust test plans and detailed test cases
• Self‑starter who can quickly ramp up, operate with minimal oversight, and contribute effectively from day one

Nice to have/Bonus:

• Understanding of SiL (Googletest or Pytest experience)
• CI/CD/CT Experience (understanding of tools and processes)
• Experience with Microsoft Github Co-pilot or other AI work tool