HIL / xIL Development Engineer

India; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is looking for a HIL /xIL Development Engineer in Auburn, Alabama, to enhance Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems and accelerate powertrain validation for ICE, HEV, and BEV applications. The role involves collaborating with engineering teams to develop and troubleshoot simulation environments.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years in the automotive industry, a relevant bachelor's degree, and experience with HIL systems. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience in Hardware-in-the-Loop systems like dSPACE or NI HIL.
• Demonstrated experience with plant and controller modeling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain plant models for HIL applications.
• Configure and commission HIL simulators for vehicle-specific applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on simulation requirements and integration.

Skills

Automotive systems knowledge

Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) experience

Model Based Development

C/C++ code generation

Simulation tools (MATLAB/SIMULINK)

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

dSPACE

GT Power

AMESim

CANalyzer

CANoe

Job description

Stellantis is seeking a HIL /xILDevelopment Engineer to support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems, plant model development, and system integration across MIL, SIL, and HIL environments. This role plays a critical part in accelerating validation for powertrain systems including ICE, HEV, and BEV applications. The engineer will collaborate cross-functionally with software, controls, calibration, and systems engineering teams to develop, integrate, and troubleshoot simulation environments for vehicle programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and reduce plant models for HIL applications and maintain a reusable model library
• Integrate models across MIL, SIL, and HIL environments
• Configure and commission HIL simulators for vehicle-specific applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, controls, calibration, systems engineering) on requirements and integration
• Troubleshoot and resolve HIL simulation and integration issues during commissioning
• Support ECU hardware interface definition and electrical harness design
• Perform benchmarking, evaluate new HIL technologies, and improve development processes and tools
• Work with global engineering teams across NA, EMEA, APAC, and LATAM regions

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive industry and Hardware in Loop/HiL
• Experience with plant and controller modeling, simulation, development and testing.
• Experience in Model Based Development on any Powertrain Application, preferred Matlab-Simulink/Stateflow/SimScape
• Knowledge and experience with Powertrain ICE, HEV and BEV systems
• Demonstrated Hardware- In-the-Loop systems experience (dSPACE, ETAS, NI HIL systems)
• Experience with C/C++ code generation
• Experience with 1-D physical modeling tools such as GT Power, AMESim and co-simulation tools
• Hands on experience with the dSpace Simulators (Scalexio), Harness design, implementation, Electrical Loads etc
• Experience with HIL electrical/ wiring harness, load box design, implementation and troubleshooting
• Experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/SIMULINK
• Knowledge of CAN stack, SPI, LIN and Flash bootloader integration
• Knowledge in diagnostic management: CANalyzer, CANoe
• Knowledge of Simulation Tool (e.g. CarMaker, ASM)
• Knowledgeexperience with UDS, XCP protocol
• Familiarity using trace capture tools, data acquisition and analysis tools such as ETAS - INCA
• Outstanding interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Strong ability to work directly with individuals and groups
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Self-starter who can work cross-functionally with other people

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Detailed knowledge about ICE, Hybrid and BEV applications
• Basic knowledge of vehicle dynamics and specific simulation software
• Good working experience with dSpace Simulators, Hardware design and implementation
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple levels of management