Senior HiL Engineer - Automotive

ALTEN Technology USA; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a Senior HiL Test Engineer in Dearborn, MI to advance automotive and embedded systems testing. You will execute HiL test cases, analyze results, and help ensure campaign reliability through traceability and documentation.

You will write automated test sequences in Python or MATLAB, and work with dSPACE AutomationDesk, CAPL, and bench hardware for ECU flashing and restbus simulation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 0–3 years of professional experience; relevant internships or co-ops count.
• Hands-on exposure to real-time or HiL platforms — dSPACE, NI VeriStand, ETAS, Vector, Speedgoat, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of CAN and automotive network fundamentals.
• Scripting ability in Python or MATLAB.
• Clear written documentation habits and ability to follow test evidence.

Responsibilities

• 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 locate failure causes across DUT, bench, or test script.
• Build and modify breakout boxes, load boxes, and test harnesses and instrument sensors/actuators.
• Run bench health checks and intake tests to ensure campaign results can be trusted.
• Write clear defect reports with reproduction steps and evidence, and drive closures.
• Maintain traceability from requirement to test case to result.
• Support senior engineers during new bench builds, wiring, and commissioning.

Skills

Python scripting

MATLAB scripting

CAN network fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science

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 Senior 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: $75-$85k

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.