Senior Hil Validation Engineer- dSPACE

Global Connect Technologies; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies is seeking a test engineer experienced in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing to validate ECU software using dSPACE systems and MATLAB/Simulink models. You will develop and execute test scripts, analyze results, and drive root-cause investigations to ensure robust powertrain and vehicle-system validation.

The role requires 3+ years of hands-on HIL experience, proficiency with CAN/CAN FD, LIN, UDS, and hands-on skills with dSPACE hardware, ControlDesk, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on HIL testing and validation experience.
• Hands-on with dSPACE HIL systems and test benches.
• Proficient with CAN/CAN FD, LIN, UDS automotive protocols.
• Strong MATLAB/Simulink modeling and test automation scripting (Python, CAPL).
• Experience in ECU testing, debugging, and validation.
• Ability to analyze test results and perform root-cause analysis.
• Experience in test case development, execution, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and report HIL test cases.
• Validate ECU software against test benches and vehicle models.
• Analyze test results and perform root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve test coverage and reliability.

Skills

HIL testing

Root-cause analysis

Test case development

ECU testing

Powertrain knowledge

Test automation

Tools

dSPACE HIL systems

ControlDesk

AutomationDesk

ConfigurationDesk

CAN/CAN FD

LIN

UDS

MATLAB/Simulink

Python scripting

CAPL scripting

Job description

• 3+ years of experience in HIL testing and validation
• Hands-on experience with dSPACE HIL systems
• Experience with ControlDesk, AutomationDesk, and ConfigurationDesk
• Strong knowledge of CAN/CAN FD, LIN, UDS, and automotive communication
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink
• Python or CAPL scripting for test automation
• Experience in ECU testing, debugging, and validation
• Knowledge of automotive powertrain/vehicle systems
• Ability to analyze test results and perform root-cause analysis
• Experience with test case development, execution, and reporting