HIL Engineer

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This is an onsite role based in Aburn Hills, MI

The HIL Engineer designs, builds, commissions, maintains, and supports Hardware-in-the-Loop systems for automotive validation. The role contributes to HIL architecture, bills of materials, wiring documentation, model configuration, and bench commissioning. The engineer performs open- and closed-loop testing, maintains bench readiness, and troubleshoots system issues. The position also supports corrective actions, reporting, feature validation, and applicable safety requirements.

• Design HIL architectures and develop bills of materials and wiring documentation.
• Support procurement, HIL system build, and bench commissioning.
• Configure models and perform open-loop and closed-loop testing.
• Maintain bench readiness and execute required system updates.
• Troubleshoot HIL issues and manage corrective actions.
• Generate reports and support feature validation.
• Follow applicable safety requirements.

• We are looking 3–7 years Relevant HIL, embedded validation, controls, or automotive electronics experience aligned.
• Hands-on experience configuring or operating dSPACE HIL systems using Control Desk and Configuration Desk.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink models and open-loop and closed-loop test execution.
• Owns assigned technical activities, coordinates investigations/activities and drives assigned issues/actions.
• Understanding CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet communications and vehicle diagnostics.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, support I/O mapping, troubleshoot bench issues, and document corrective actions.
• Demonstrated ownership of HIL architecture, BOM/wiring documentation, commissioning, and bench readiness

• Experience with restbus simulation, fault injection, or automated HIL regression.
• Familiarity with ECU flashing, UDS, XCP, or calibration workflows.
• Experience with electrical measurement equipment or automotive functional-safety and quality processes.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $68,911 - $161,544.

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Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by…