HIL Test Automation & Validation Engineer - Automotive Powertrain

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Job Description

Will be responsible of the following:

Designing and developing all test scripts outlined in the DVP&R, managing multiple versions and variants of scripts while ensuring traceability to requirements, and performing initial root cause analysis to identify and address issues effectively

Ensures HIL test properties / test scripts properly validate the appropriate functions

Ensures all test properties are the proper configuration for valid test results

Improves testing coverage developing new tests as appropriate to enhance coverage

Position Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an ABET accredited University

Experience in powertrain software development or a highly related field

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong knowledge in Programming Languages specifically C#, C++ , Python, and Java Script

Hardware background (ability to read/understand ECU schematic, identify HW-SW integration issues)

Working experience with ControlDesk and AutomationDesk

Familiarity with On-Board Diagnostics in passenger automobiles

Experience with ETAS, INCA, CANoe, CANAnlayzer

Understanding of Electrified Powertrain subsystems

Understanding of internal combustion engines and/or vehicle subsystems

Experience with Model Based development using Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow for embedded control systems

Embedded C/C++ software experience in Real Time Operating System environment

Experience in Matlab/Simulink / Target Link / Embedded Coder (MBD)

Experience implementing Embedded Real-Time Controls and Software solutions

Established strength in driving collaboration and changes, able to work across challenges and boundaries to realize positive outcomes

Worked within an Agile team framework

Familiarity with microprocessor-based controls and development tools (emulators, debuggers, etc.)

Strong ability to analyze complex problems and develop innovative, automated solutions.

Capable of troubleshooting and optimizing automation systems in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to assess risks and implement preventive measures to ensure system reliability.

Proven ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment (engineers, developers, and technicians).

Strong communication skills for explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Demonstrated experience in the end-to-end process of launching new tools or automation systems, including planning, development, testing, deployment, and post-launch support.

Ability to identify and resolve challenges during the launch process while ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Knowledge of validation and verification processes for ensuring new tools meet performance and compliance standards.

Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams during the introduction of new technologies or workflows

Experience with HIL Hardware in the loop Simulator (dSPACE). · Experience with vehicle testing. · Experience working within an Agile development proces

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

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