HiL Validation Engineer

Job#: 3035336

Job Description:
Autosar Engineer

Location: Sunnyvale, California (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract to Perm

Role Overview

We are seeking experienced HiL Validation Engineers to support the validation of automotive infotainment systems. This role focuses on embedded/system-level validation using a mix of manual and automated testing for features such as AUTOSAR, Body electronics, OTA, and Diagnostics. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate a strong understanding of their work, thought processes, and problem-solving approaches. Flexibility to support morning or evening shifts may be required based on project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test cases using HIL test benches (dSpace, Vector CANoe/CANalyzer), Lab Cars, and manual vehicle testing.
• Perform system and integration testing across automotive subsystems, including infotainment, telematics, cameras, and in-vehicle networking.
• Set up, configure, and maintain HIL test environments to validate system functionality.
• Develop, read, debug, and improve Python-based test automation scripts to increase test coverage and efficiency.
• Analyze test failures, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve issues.
• Work with OEM partners to support the integration of functions and communicate test results and risks.
• Conduct hands-on validation on vehicles and prototypes to ensure functional and safety requirements are met.
• Document test procedures, results, findings, and issue tracking.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 4+ years of hands-on experience in validation engineering within the automotive or embedded systems industries, with proficiency in HIL systems and Autosar stack integration.

Technical Skills: Required proficiency in Python for automation. Experience validating automotive systems such as infotainment, ADAS, telematics, sensors, and networking.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent major.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automotive network protocols (CAN, Ethernet, LIN, Flexray).
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Vector CANoe or dSPACE ControlDesk.
• Experience with prototype system bring-up, debugging, and validation.
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks for automotive systems.

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers a contract-to-hire opportunity with the potential for strong compensation, equity, and benefits upon conversion.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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