Assignment Description

Our client in the automotive industry is currently seeking a HIL Development Engineer. Their development centers focus heavily on software (SW), and they are taking a bold step forward by introducing a centralized compute platform in their next-generation vehicles. This platform will host most of the active safety, driver support, and vehicle motion control software.

This centralized architecture will connect all exterior sensors to a central computer, enabling:

• In-house software development
• Continuous innovation on a stable compute platform
• Superior customer offerings

Together with their partners, the client is building a modular, service-based perception platform to lead in safety and driver support applications. This innovation sets the stage for future safety advancements and autonomous drivingfeatures, fulfilling their mission of providing safe, personal, and sustainable mobility as they work toward a future of Zero Collisions.

In their next-generation vehicles, the client is developing a computer-in-the-car architecture, essential for driving innovation in areas such as:

• Vehicle Motion
• Protective Safety
• Advanced Connectivity
• Machine Learning
• Autonomous Drive

Their goal is to create a Vehicle Control Unit platform using cutting-edge technologies like DriveOS and NVIDIA’s latest chip technology, combined with traditional car signaling systems. This core computer and platform will:

• Simplify software and application development
• Provide a safe, reliable, and secure platform to boost innovation and development speed

The Hardware In The Loop (HIL) test environments are built around this computer-in-the-car architecture. These setups integrate vehicle simulators and real hardware components to emulate a real vehicle, including all relevant dynamics. The team is responsible for developing and maintaining these test environments, ensuring they are capable of executing critical test cases for platform, software, and function verification.

The hardware-based environments are state-of-the-art test setups, essential for verifying software before the final product is launched. In this role, you will be working in a fast-paced, innovative environment, tackling daily challenges and contributing to groundbreaking advancements in automotive technology.

Main Responsibilities:

• Work in a small cross-functional team with a high focus on quality and continuous improvements.
• Define, set up, and configure Hardware In The Loop (HIL) test environments to support current and future projects.
• Deploy software applications on core computers and model with Matlab and Simulink.
• Enable test automation, driving toward Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD).
• Collaborate closely with other groups at the client company, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Grow your understanding of Next-Generation Vehicles and the Software Platform, especially in domains such as Vehicle Motion Control, Protective Safety, and Autonomous Driving.

Required Qualifications:

• Education in M.Sc or B.Sc in Electronics, Physics, Mechatronics, Software Engineering, or similar.
• At least 2 years of experience with dSPACE HIL rigs.
• At least 2 years of experience with dSPACE development tools (e.g., ControlDesk, ConfigurationDesk, ModelDesk, Bus Manager, Aurelion, etc.).
• At least 2 years of experience with Matlab/Simulink development.
• Fluent in English, able to communicate effectively with all types of stakeholders.

Additional Qualifications:

• Vehicle Communication: Knowledge of CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet, etc.
• Programming Skills: Expertise in Matlab and Python.
• Agile Development: Familiar with Agile methods of working.
• Sensing Technologies: Knowledge of sensing technologies and perception development methods.
• Vehicle/Traffic Simulation: Knowledge in vehicle and traffic simulation.
• Sensor Integration: Expertise in integrating sensor technologies (radar, camera, lidar, ultrasonic, etc.).

Experience in Vehicle Software Development (Preferred Areas):

• Vehicle Dynamics
• Hybrid and/or Electric Vehicle Development
• Active Safety
• Connected Vehicles
• Autonomous Drive
• Vehicle Motion Control
• Protective Safety Systems

Desired Attributes:

• Motivated by challenging tasks in a complex and innovative environment.
• Passion for execution of challenging technology development and teamwork.
• A willingness to learn from others and share your knowledge with colleagues.
• Social, structured, analytical, and an excellent problem-solver.