Systems HIL Test Engineer

BorgWarner; North Carolina; On-site; USD 89,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage Day 1

Onsite health clinic

Dental & Vision

Tuition reimbursement

401k with match

Holidays & vacation Day 1

Job summary

BorgWarner is seeking a Software Systems HIL Engineer to support engine software, power electronics, motors, sensors, actuators, and ECUs at the Arden, NC campus. The role emphasizes system-level testing, modeling, simulation, and automated validation within a global team.

You will develop HIL/test benches, define requirements, and ensure tests meet operational intents while collaborating with software, controls, systems, and calibration engineers. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HIL/SIL toolchains in automotive/industrial.
• Hands-on with HIL platforms such as SpeedGoat, dSPACE, NI PXI/LabVIEW, Vector VT.
• Strong MATLAB/Simulink model-based development knowledge.
• Knowledge of Python, CAPL, C/C++, LabVIEW; CAN/LIN/FlexRay.

Responsibilities

• Develop, and maintain HIL test systems and test benches.
• Create and execute automated test scripts for ECU and system validation.
• Define test requirements and pass/fail criteria with the global team.
• Configure and troubleshoot CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Ethernet protocols.
• Develop traceability and assessment reports; support root cause analysis.
• Improve test automation coverage and CI processes.

Skills

HIL testing

SIL testing

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

CAN protocol

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechatronics

MS in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

SpeedGoat

dSPACE

NI PXI/LabVIEW

Vector VT Systems

CANalyzer/CANoe

Job description

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture

We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority. We care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now!

All positions start at an above market pay rate for that position. Benefits are also above market and include the below for all fulltime employees:

• Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
• Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
• Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1

The BorgWarner Arden campus offers two world class technical centers and a cutting-edge manufacturing facility that designs and produces turbos and fan drives for the automotive industry. The Arden campus offers a multitude of career opportunities and is in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.

To strengthen our Software and Controls Development Team, we are looking for a Software Systems HIL Engineer in the development of engine software including power electronics, motors, valves, sensors, actuators, and electronic control units. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring system requirements are met in a practical manner not just what is documented.

The Systems HIL Test Engineer position within this group is primarily responsible for identification and verification testing for system level software development. Close communication, coordination, and collaboration with a global team will be necessary so that the software evolves into system-level controls and hardware. This position will support software development including modeling, design, simulation, testing, and release of software.

• Hardware and Software development of the Systems Hardware In the Loop
• Develop, and maintain HIL test systems and test benches.
• Create and execute automated test scripts for ECU and system validation.
• Work closely with software, controls, systems, and calibration engineers to define test requirements and pass fail criteria.
• Configure and troubleshoot communication protocols including CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Ethernet.
• Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and validation procedures to meet operational intent of system.
• Document test results & propose follow up actions
• Document and analyze dynamic behavior and interfaces of SW elements
• Oversee virtual SW integration and testing against architecture.
• Generate Traceability Reports, Assessment of alternatives, Approval of software versions.
• Support root cause analysis for software and system defects.
• Improve test automation coverage and continuous integration processes.

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or equivalent .
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HIL and SIL toolchain testing in the automotive or industrial industry.
• Hands‑on experience with HIL platforms such as:
• SpeedGoat
• dSPACE
• National Instruments (NI) PXI/LabVIEW
• Vector VT Systems
• Very good knowledge and experience with analytical and model‑based software development (MATLAB Simulink)
• Knowledge in Python, CAPL, C/C++, or LabVIEW
• Kowledge in CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, or similar Vector tools
• Knowledge of software development processes and tools such as Polarian, Jira, Bitbucket
• Experience with SW Requirements, Architecture, Design, or Integration & Test for mechanical and electrical hardware‑related system development.
• Ability to define software related system testing & evaluation
• Knowledge of hardware software interface documentation.
• Ability to interface with hardware engineers
• Knowledge of basic software, communication / bus systems.
• Ability to coordinate with engineering development with individuals in multiple locations / time zones.
• Ability to work on project teams as a technical representative and possesses good communication and presentation skills.

Preferred

• MSEE or MSME or equivalent with 7+ years software design and development experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to coordinate testing.
• Understanding of the challenges of applying electronic components to harsh applications, principal failure modes, means to mitigate these, and the methods for validation.
• Broad background in engineering technical disciplines that include, controls, magnetics and EMI/EMC shielding.
• Functional Safety experience
• Experience with controls simulation, motors, and powertrain management hardware.
• Strong experimental, analytical, and computer skills including ability to operate Matlab/Simulink models to produce data for analysis.
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment including oscilloscopes, power analyzers, and multimeters as well as a basic understanding of electrical safety.
• Inclusion: Respecting Individuals
• Integrity: Honoring truth
• Excellence: Focusing on results
• Responsibility: Our commitment
• Collaboration: Building trust

This position will adhere to the BorgWarner Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co‑workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their Team Lead immediately.

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy‑efficient world.

Skills:Change Management, Define Future State, Engineering Standards and Compliance, Perform Gap Analysis, Project Schedule Management

Systems HIL Test Engineer

Arden, NC

Salary Range

$88,800 - $124,875

For more information about BorgWarner, please visit www.borgwarner.com

For a listing of Asheville/Arden openings: BorgWarner Openings

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.