HIL Validation engineer

Global Connect Technologies; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies in Dearborn, MI, seeks a hands-on HIL Validation Engineer to drive automotive ECU testing using HIL simulations. You will develop test cases, run validations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust software-hardware integration.

The role emphasizes scripting (Python/CAPL), CAN/LIN/Ethernet protocols, and systematic defect tracking. You will contribute to test plans, regression testing, and validation reporting, helping accelerate product quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in automotive HIL testing and validation.
• Hands-on experience with HIL systems such as dSPACE, NI, or Vector.
• Knowledge of CAN, LIN, and automotive communication protocols.
• Proficiency in Python, CAPL, or other test automation scripting languages.
• Experience using CANoe, CANalyzer, or similar automotive testing tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and root cause analysis skills.
• Familiarity with test case development, test execution, regression testing, and defect tracking.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain HIL test cases and test procedures for automotive electronic control units (ECUs).
• Perform functional validation and verification of embedded software and control systems using HIL test benches.
• Configure and operate HIL systems to simulate vehicle components, sensors, actuators, and operating conditions.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python, CAPL, or other scripting languages.
• Analyze test results, identify failures, troubleshoot issues, and perform root cause analysis.
• Work with CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and other automotive communication protocols.
• Collaborate with software, systems, and hardware engineering teams to resolve defects and improve product quality.
• Support test plan development, test execution, regression testing, and validation reporting.
• Document test results, defects, and validation activities using appropriate test management tools.
• Ensure compliance with automotive testing processes and quality standards.

Skills

HIL testing

Test automation

Python

CAPL

Education

Bachelor's degree in EE / related

Tools

dSPACE

NI

Vector

CANoe

CANalyzer

Job description

We are seeking a skilled HIL Validation Engineer to support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing and validation of automotive electronic control units (ECUs) and embedded control systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in automotive testing, test automation, troubleshooting, and validation of vehicle systems using HIL simulation environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain HIL test cases and test procedures for automotive electronic control units (ECUs).
• Perform functional validation and verification of embedded software and control systems using HIL test benches.
• Configure and operate HIL systems to simulate vehicle components, sensors, actuators, and operating conditions.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python, CAPL, or other scripting languages.
• Analyze test results, identify failures, troubleshoot issues, and perform root cause analysis.
• Work with CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and other automotive communication protocols.
• Collaborate with software, systems, and hardware engineering teams to resolve defects and improve product quality.
• Support test plan development, test execution, regression testing, and validation reporting.
• Document test results, defects, and validation activities using appropriate test management tools.
• Ensure compliance with automotive testing processes and quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in automotive HIL testing and validation.
• Hands‑on experience with HIL systems such as dSPACE, NI, or Vector.
• Knowledge of automotive ECUs, embedded systems, and control system validation.
• Experience with CAN, LIN, and automotive communication protocols.
• Proficiency in Python, CAPL, or other test automation scripting languages.
• Experience using CANoe, CANalyzer, or similar automotive testing tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and root cause analysis skills.
• Familiarity with test case development, test execution, regression testing, and defect tracking.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with cross‑functional engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automotive powertrain, body control, chassis, or other vehicle electronic systems.
• Knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink and model‑based development.
• Familiarity with requirements‑based testing and automotive validation processes.
• Experience with Jira, DOORS, or similar requirements and defect management tools.