HiL Validation Engineer

Job Title: HiL Validation Engineer

Location: Lisle, IL (Day 1 Onsite)
Job Type: Contract(C2C)

Job Summary

We are looking for a HiL Validation Engineer with experience in automotive ECU validation and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) testing. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Vector and/or dSPACE tools, test automation, and automotive communication protocols .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform HiL testing and validation for automotive systems such as ADAS, Powertrain, Brakes, Body, or Safety.
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and automated test scripts.
• Work with Vector (CANoe, CANalyzer, VTestStudio) and/or dSPACE (AutomationDesk, ControlDesk) tools.
• Develop automation using Python, CAPL, EXAM, ECUTest, or Robot Framework.
• Validate ECU functionality and analyze test results.
• Ensure requirement traceability and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience in Automotive HiL Validation.
• Strong experience with Vector, dSPACE, ETAS, or NI HiL platforms.
• Experience in one or more domains: ADAS, Powertrain, Brakes, Active Safety, Passive Safety, or Body Electronics.
• Knowledge of CAN, LIN, Ethernet, or FlexRay protocols.
• Hands-on experience with Python and/or CAPL scripting.
• Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink.
• Experience with ECU testing and validation.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ETAS INCA, CarMaker, ASM, or ECUTest.
• Knowledge of automotive embedded systems and ECU development.
• ISTQB or Vector certification is a plus.