Validation Engineer

TechDoQuest; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDoQuest is seeking a lead validation engineer in Lisle, IL to drive automated testing and HiL validation for automotive electronic systems. You will leverage Vector and dSPACE tools, develop test plans, and lead a small testing team in a fast-paced project environment.

The role requires strong ADAS/ICE feature knowledge, hands-on scripting in CAPL and Python, and experience with model-based development and traceability across requirements and tests.

Qualifications

• 3+ years engineering experience in electrical/electronics, hardware, software or controls as a lead
• Experience with HiL systems (dSPACE, Vector, NI, ETAS)
• Strong knowledge of ADAS, brakes, active/passive safety and ICE features
• Model-based development tools: MATLAB/SIMULINK
• CAN stack and flash bootloader integration
• Diagnostic tooling: CANalyzer, CANoe; ETAS INCA for tracing/data acquisition

Responsibilities

• Lead test & validation efforts for HiL environments
• Develop test plans based on system requirements
• Create and execute automated test scripts (CAPL, Python)
• Perform functional, performance and integration testing
• Coordinate test activities with project stakeholders
• Ensure traceability from features to test cases and results
• Guide the test team and participate in daily sprint meetings

Skills

HiL testing

Test automation

Team leadership

Scripting (Python)

V-Model requirements testing

ADAS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Vector tools

dSPACE Automation Desk

CANoe/CANalyzer

ETAS INCA

NI NATS HiL

MATLAB/Simulink

CAPL

EXAM

Job description

• Vector Tool Expertise: Utilize Vector tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, VTestStudio & VT System for the validation of automotive electronic systems.


• dSpace , ETAS LABCAR HiL & NI NATS HiL Tool Expertise: Utilize dSpace tools such as Automation Desk, Control Desk, Motion Desk, Configuration Desk for the validation of automotive electronic systems.


• Automation scripting: automation tools such as Python, EXAM, AutoDesk, ECUTest, VTestStudio, Robot framework or NI TestStand.


• Deliverables: Verification and validation of features from domains like ADAS, Body and Powertrain. Automation and requirements for test tools (logging equipment, HIL benches, automation tools)


• Test Plan Development: Create detailed test plans and strategies based on project requirements and specifications.


• Test Execution: Perform various validation tests, including functional, performance, and integration testing, using Vector tools.


• Automation Development: Develop and implement test automation scripts using Vector tools to streamline validation procedures or CAPL, Python scripting.

Required Expertise:

• Minimum of 3+ years of professional engineering experience in electrical/electronics, hardware, software or controls as a LEAD


• Strong Expertise in any one area - ADAS, Brakes, Active safety, Passive safety features, electric and Conventional ICE Engine features


• Expertise in testing HiL systems experience (dSPACE, Vector, NI, ETAS)


• Knowledge with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/SIMULINK


• Experience of CAN stack, and Flash bootloader integration


• Experience in diagnostic management: CANalyzer, CANoe


• Familiarity using trace capture tools, data acquisition and analysis tools such as ETAS – INCA


• Experience with HIL testing, vehicle integration and validation


• Lead and Perform system level testing of any one - ADAS, Powertrain, Active/Passive safety, Brakes, Powertrain (ICE) in a HiL Testing environment


• Leading the test team and participate in daily project specific sprint meeting


• Preparing Test plans against system requirements, Scripting (Python, excel Macro) and test the scripts using HIL tools (dSpace Automation desk/Vector/ETAS/NI).


• Good exposure to EXAM tool for test authoring.


• Ensure requirement traceability- Feature spec to Test case and test results


• Adherence to project specific metrics


• Communicate across various stakeholders on the project and ensure adherence to project deliverables per planned timelines

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science.

Proven experience in automotive validation, with a focus on Vecto/dSpace tools and systems.

Strong knowledge of auto communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, Flexray).

Extensive hands-on in feature enablement on HIL Test assets with test automation

Working knowledge in virtual simulation tools like CarMaker, ASM, etc.

Extensive Systems Engineering "V-Model" specifically requirements-based testing and design verification and validation.

Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, EXAM, CAPL) for test automation.

Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with automotive embedded systems and ECUs.

Familiarity with software development processes and tools.

Certification in relevant Vector tools OR ISTQB certified