Software Validation Engineer

Request ID: 105319-1
Title: Software Validation Engineer
Location: Onsite: Glendale, WI 53209 (100% onsite (5 day) a week only)
Duration: 12+ Months (with possible extension)
Pay Range: $40- $45 an hour on W2

Skills: Embedded Software/Firmware Development
Experience Required: 8-10

Role Description:
We are looking for an experienced HIL Validation Engineer with strong expertise in Automotive Embedded Systems, especially Battery Management System (BMS) ECU development. The candidate should have hands-on experience in Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) validation, AUTOSAR, ASPICE processes, ECU testing, and software qualification activities (SWE.4/SWE.5/SWE.6).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform HIL setup, configuration, validation, and testing for automotive ECUs.
• Develop and execute test cases for automotive systems, focusing on:
  • Functional testing
  • Performance testing
  • Reliability testing
• Lead software validation activities independently across ECU development lifecycle.
• Drive:
  • Test planning
  • Test execution
  • Defect tracking
  • Test reporting
• Collaborate with System Engineering teams for:
  • Requirements analysis
  • Requirements traceability
  • Validation activities
• Support ASPICE compliance activities and associated work products.
• Develop automation scripts and test tools for efficient validation processes.
• Debug and troubleshoot ECU, communication, and hardware-related issues.

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Required Technical Skills

HIL Validation & Testing

• Hands-on experience in Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) setup and validation.
• Experience with:
  • dSPACE HIL systems
  • Vector HIL environments
  • VT System
  • Vector tool chain
• Strong understanding of HIL simulation and testing methodologies.

Automotive Communication Protocols

• Good knowledge of:
  • CAN
  • LIN
• Strong understanding of diagnostic protocols:
  • UDS (ISO 14229)

Vector Tools & Automation

• Hands-on experience with:
  • CANoe
  • CANalyzer
  • CANape XCP
• Experience in CAPL scripting for:
  • Test automation
  • Script development
  • Validation activities

ASPICE & Software Validation

• Strong understanding and practical experience with:
  • Automotive SPICE (ASPICE)
  • SWE.4 – Software Unit Verification
  • SWE.5 – Software Integration and Integration Testing
  • SWE.6 – Software Qualification Testing
• Experience supporting ASPICE audits and documentation.

ECU & Embedded Software Development

• Experience in Automotive Embedded System development, preferably:
  • Battery Management System (BMS) ECU development
• Knowledge of:
  • AUTOSAR architecture
  • AUTOSAR tool chains
  • ECU virtualization / Virtual ECU development
• Experience with:
  • 32-bit Microcontroller drivers
  • Application software development
  • Platform software development
• Knowledge of embedded compilers and development environments.

Requirements & Configuration Management Tools

• Experience working with:
  • JAMA
  • IBM DOORS
  • JIRA
  • GIT
• Ability to manage requirements, traceability, and validation artifacts.

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Test Engineering Skills

• Develop comprehensive automotive test cases and test scenarios.
• Experience in testing automotive systems, including:
  • Steering systems
  • Braking systems
  • Battery Management Systems
• Good understanding of test processes and methodologies.
• Knowledge of ISTQB Foundation Level is preferred.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and electronic laboratory skills.

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Essential Experience

• Strong experience in the Automotive domain.
• Hands-on experience in HIL validation activities.
• Experience with ECU development lifecycle.
• Practical exposure to SWE.4, SWE.5, and SWE.6 activities.
• Experience with AUTOSAR-based embedded systems.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

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Preferred Skills

• Experience with Vector CANoe automation frameworks.
• Knowledge of XCP protocol and CANape usage.
• Experience with ECU virtualization.
• Experience in Battery Management System validation.
• ISTQB certification preferred.

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Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Company Benefits & Culture 
•    Inclusive and diverse work environment
•    Opportunities for professional growth and development
•    Comprehensive health and wellness benefits