HIL Systems Development Engineer

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In this position...

We are seeking a highly skilled HIL Tools Automation Engineer to join our validation this role you will not be running standard test cases; instead you will be the architect of the automation layer that powers our Hardware-in-the-Loop environments. Your primary responsibility will be to develop sophisticated Python and MATLAB scripts that automate the generation configuration and deployment of dSPACE models.

What youll do...

Automation Framework Development: Design and maintain Python-based libraries and scripts to automate the creation of dSPACE project structures I/O mapping and hardware configurations.

Model Generation: Develop MATLAB/Simulink scripts to programmatically modify parameterize and build simulation models for deployment to dSPACE SCALEXIO platforms.

API Integration: Utilize dSPACE APIs (such as the ConfigurationDesk API ControlDesk Automation API and XIL API) to bridge the gap between requirements model files and the physical HIL hardware.

Toolchain Optimization: Streamline the build pipeline to reduce the time from Simulink Model to HIL-Ready Binary ensuring consistent and repeatable builds.

Troubleshooting: Debug complex issues occurring at the interface of the automation scripts the dSPACE software stack and the real-time hardware.

Youll have...

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Science Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.

3 years of experience in HIL development specifically focused on tools and automation rather than manual test execution.

Even better you may have...

Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Science Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.

A software-first approach to hardware problems. You should be passionate about eliminating repetitive tasks through elegant code.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care and more

Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more

Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases

Tuition assistance

Established and active employee resource groups

Paid time off for individual and team community service

A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day

Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 7.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.

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