HiL Test Engineer - Automotive

ALTEN Technology USA; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering leader, is seeking a HiL Test Engineer in Dearborn, MI. You’ll execute HiL test cases, analyze results, and help build test benches while ensuring traceability from requirements to test outcomes.

Requirements: Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer/Mechatronics/Mechanical Eng or CS; 0–3 years experience; hands‑on with HiL platforms (dSPACE, NI VeriStand, ETAS, Vector, Speedgoat); CAN fundamentals; Python or MATLAB scripting; US work authorization; onsite in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechatronics, Mechanical Eng, or CS.
• 0–3 years of professional experience or internships/co-ops.
• Hands-on with real-time/HiL platforms (dSPACE, NI VeriStand, ETAS, Vector, Speedgoat).
• Working knowledge of CAN and automotive networks.
• Scripting in Python or MATLAB.
• Comfort with lab hardware (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies) and wiring diagrams.
• Clear written documentation habits; reproducible test evidence.
• US work authorization (no visa sponsorship now or in future).
• Ability to work onsite in Dearborn, MI.

Responsibilities

• Execute HiL test cases against requirements and analyze results.
• Write and maintain automated test sequences using Python or MATLAB.
• Bring ECUs up on bench; flash software; verify communication and restbus simulation.
• Analyze CAN, LIN and Ethernet traces to locate failures.
• Build and modify breakout boxes and test harnesses; instrument sensors/actuators.
• Run bench health checks and intake tests before campaigns.
• Write clear defect reports with steps and evidence; drive to closure.
• Maintain traceability from requirement to test case to result.
• Support senior engineers during new bench builds and commissioning.

Skills

HiL testing

Python scripting

MATLAB scripting

CAN networking

Documentation

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechatronics/Mechanical Engineering or CS

Tools

dSPACE

NI VeriStand

ETAS

Vector

Speedgoat

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life - from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group-57,000+ engineers in 30 countries we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

As a HiL Test Engineer you will be responsible for;

• Execute HiL test cases against feature and system requirements and analyze the results
• Write and maintain automated test sequences and scripts using Python, CAPL, or dSPACE AutomationDesk
• Bring ECUs up on the bench flashing software verifying communication configuring restbus simulation
• Analyze CAN, LIN and Ethernet traces to determine whether a failure sits in the device under test the bench or the test script itself
• Build and modify breakout boxes load boxes and test harnesses instrument simulated sensors and actuators
• Run bench health checks and intake tests before a campaign starts so campaign results can be trusted
• Write clear defect reports with reproduction steps and supporting evidence and drive them to closure
• Maintain traceability from requirement to test case to result
• Support senior engineers during new bench builds wiring and commissioning

Qualifications;

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science
• 0-3 years of professional experience relevant internships or co-ops count
• Hands-on exposure to at least one real-time or HiL platform - dSPACE, NI VeriStand, ETAS, Vector, Speedgoat, or equivalent academic lab work
• Working knowledge of CAN and automotive network fundamentals
• Scripting ability in Python or MATLAB
• Comfort with lab hardware multimeters oscilloscopes bench power supplies and reading wiring diagrams and schematics
• Clear written documentation habits test evidence is only useful if someone else can follow it
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship [now or in the future]
• Ability to work onsite in Dearborn MI

Salary Range: $65-$70k

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including but not limited to location the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge qualifications skills education training and experience

MANDATORY FOR ALL REMOTE/HYBRID AND/OR CALIFORNIA DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HAWAII COLORADO MARYLAND CONNECTICUT ILLINOIS MINNESOTA VERMONT MASSACHUSETTS NEVADA NEW YORK RHODE ISLAND WASHINGTON STATE & CINCINNATI OHIO JERSEY CITY NEW JERSEY TOLEDO OHIO BASED ROLES.

Note: Due to the nature of the work only US Persons citizens or permanent residents need apply for this position - OPTIONAL

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status age genetic information or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act VEVRAA and Executive Order 11246 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.