Assignment Description

Our client in the automotive industry is seeking an Electrical & Electronics Engineer to work on Complete Electrical HIL. The client is focused on digital innovation and aims to lead the automotive industry by simplifying customers’ lives through a digital ecosystem. They are looking for individuals with innovative thinking who want to make a difference.

Team Responsibilities: Complete HIL Development

• Develop and maintain electrical HIL rigs (Hardware in the Loop) at the complete vehicle level.
• Integrate and verify both hardware and software in early development phases.
• Simulate environmental models in real-time using dSpace SCALEXIO simulators.
• Ensure HIL rigs are updated with new technology to support future projects (e.g., electrification, autonomous vehicles).

Main Responsibilities:

• Work in a cross-functional HIL team focused on continuous improvements in test automation and modeling (Simulink).
• Gain a broad understanding of the client’s vehicle systems and electrical functions.
• Collaborate with various internal groups, suppliers, and external teams.
• Engage in tasks involving both hardware and software.
• Contribute to developing the HIL concept to enable test automation and continuous integration.
• Participate in team efforts for continuous improvement, self-development, and evolving new ways of working.
• Lead the building, developing, maintaining, and testing of HIL rigs for the complete vehicle platform.
• Support verification efforts in vehicles at the system or functional level.
• Collaborate across teams to develop solutions for multiple platforms.

Desired Attributes:

• Curious, flexible, and adept at problem-solving.
• Capable of managing multiple parallel tasks.
• Effective team player with strong communication skills.
• Driven, quality-conscious, and focused on continuous improvement of methods and processes.
• Problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or B.Sc. in electronics, physics, mechatronics, or a similar field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, especially in automotive electrical system design, development, and integration.

Technical/Behavioral/Interpersonal Competencies:

• Experience in the design and development of electronic components and systems (HW and SW).
• Proven ability to:
  • Design, develop, and test electrical systems (e.g., wiring harnesses, power distribution systems).
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for component integration.
  • Analyze and troubleshoot electrical systems.
  • Implement communication protocols for system connectivity.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide technical support throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Work with test-driven development and create test descriptions/specifications.
  • Conduct model-based development using Simulink/Stateflow.
  • Design and develop Graphical User Interfaces for test benches.
  • Build and automate test systems using dSpace rigs.

Domain Expertise (Experience in the following areas):

• Hybrid/electric vehicle development.
• AD/ADAS systems.
• Infotainment or body functionality.
• HMI and connectivity.
• Powertrain and high-voltage systems.
• Brake systems.

Additional Experience:

• Vehicle verification at system or functional level.
• Expertise in scripting and test automation (Python, CI, Jenkins).
• Proficiency in vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, ETH).
• Skills in Matlab, Python, or RobotFramework.

Tools and Systems Experience:

• Version control systems (Gerrit).
• dSPACE software (ConfigurationDesk, ControlDesk, ModelDesk).
• Building dSPACE hardware (SCALEXIO Customized Rack/LabBox, compatible IO boards).
• Traffic simulation environments (IPG CarMaker, VTD Vires).
• Knowledge of automotive safety standards (ISO 26262) and regulatory requirements (EMC, EMI).

Way of Working:

• Skilled in Agile/SAFe framework with release experience.
• Ability to ensure product flow and deliveries.
• Capable of organizing team efforts and coaching team members.
• Experience with continuous improvements and continuous integration processes.