HIL Development Engineer – Test Rig Architecture & Real-Time Simulation
Core
Design, build, and optimize hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test benches and real-time simulation environments for automotive technology.
Role type
HIL Development Engineer (Test Rig Architecture & Real-Time Simulation)
Builds
HIL test benches, real-time plant and vehicle models, and system-level validation environments.
Domain
Automotive engineering, real-time simulation, embedded systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
HIL test rig design and integration, real-time modeling, automotive communication protocols (CAN, CAN FD, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet), ECU configuration, sensor integration, system-level debugging, MATLAB/Simulink, dSPACE/Vector/ETAS/NI/Speedgoat platforms, CANoe/ControlDesk/INCA tools
Preferred skills
ADAS feature simulation (ACC, AEB, LKA), sensor simulation (Radar, Camera, LiDAR), vehicle dynamics modeling, CI/CD test automation pipelines
Technologies
dSPACE, Vector, ETAS, NI, Speedgoat, MATLAB, Simulink, CANoe, ControlDesk, INCA, CAN, CAN FD, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet
Responsibilities
Commission and maintain HIL test benches using platforms like dSPACE, Vector, ETAS, NI, or Speedgoat; Build and fine-tune plant and vehicle models using MATLAB/Simulink; Configure ECUs, sensors, and communication networks; Root-cause complex issues across models, networks, and physical hardware; Flash software, resolve bench bugs, and collaborate with validation and development teams
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC