Validation Engineer Automotive Domain
Posted:
15 October 2026 (23 hours ago)
Application Deadline:
12 January 2027
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: HiL Validation Engineer - Automotive Domain
Client: Tech Mahindra with International Motors
Location: Lisle IL (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: $50/hr C2C
Visa Requirements:
OPT Initial (not EAD) - minimum 6 months validity
H1B / H4 EAD / GC / GC EAD / USC
Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced HiL Validation Engineer with strong automotive domain expertise in Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) testing system validation and test automation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Vector dSPACE ETAS or NI HiL tools and expertise in ADAS Powertrain Brakes or automotive safety systems.
Required Skills & Responsibilities:
Hands-on experience with Vector tools such as CANoe CANalyzer VTestStudio and VT System.
Experience with dSPACE tools including AutomationDesk ControlDesk MotionDesk and ConfigurationDesk.
Experience with ETAS LABCAR or NI NATS HiL testing tools.
Develop test automation scripts using Python CAPL EXAM Robot Framework ECUTest or NI TestStand.
Perform system-level verification and validation of ADAS Powertrain Brakes Active Safety or Passive Safety features.
Develop test plans and test strategies based on system requirements and specifications.
Execute functional performance and integration testing using HiL test benches.
Work with MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development tools.
Validate CAN stack flash bootloader integration and automotive diagnostic systems.
Use CANoe CANalyzer ETAS INCA trace capture and data acquisition tools for debugging and analysis.
Prepare test cases and ensure requirement traceability from feature specifications to test results.
Lead test teams participate in daily sprint meetings and coordinate with project stakeholders.
Ensure project metrics deliverables and timelines are met.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
Minimum 3 years of professional engineering experience including lead-level responsibilities.
Strong expertise in at least one domain: ADAS Brakes Active Safety Passive Safety or Powertrain (ICE/electric).
Hands-on experience with HiL testing using dSPACE Vector NI or ETAS tools.
Knowledge of automotive communication protocols: CAN LIN Ethernet and FlexRay.
Experience with vehicle integration embedded systems ECUs and feature validation.
Strong understanding of the automotive V-Model requirements-based testing and design verification and validation.
Proficiency in Python CAPL EXAM or other test automation scripting languages.
Strong debugging analytical communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with virtual simulation tools such as CarMaker and ASM.
Good exposure to EXAM test authoring.
Familiarity with automotive software development processes and tools.
Vector tool certification or ISTQB certification.
Interested candidates please share your updated resume along with work authorization current location availability and contact details
Client: Tech Mahindra with International Motors
Location: Lisle IL (Onsite)
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: $50/hr C2C
Visa Requirements:
OPT Initial (not EAD) - minimum 6 months validity
H1B / H4 EAD / GC / GC EAD / USC
Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced HiL Validation Engineer with strong automotive domain expertise in Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) testing system validation and test automation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Vector dSPACE ETAS or NI HiL tools and expertise in ADAS Powertrain Brakes or automotive safety systems.
Required Skills & Responsibilities:
Hands-on experience with Vector tools such as CANoe CANalyzer VTestStudio and VT System.
Experience with dSPACE tools including AutomationDesk ControlDesk MotionDesk and ConfigurationDesk.
Experience with ETAS LABCAR or NI NATS HiL testing tools.
Develop test automation scripts using Python CAPL EXAM Robot Framework ECUTest or NI TestStand.
Perform system-level verification and validation of ADAS Powertrain Brakes Active Safety or Passive Safety features.
Develop test plans and test strategies based on system requirements and specifications.
Execute functional performance and integration testing using HiL test benches.
Work with MATLAB/Simulink and model-based development tools.
Validate CAN stack flash bootloader integration and automotive diagnostic systems.
Use CANoe CANalyzer ETAS INCA trace capture and data acquisition tools for debugging and analysis.
Prepare test cases and ensure requirement traceability from feature specifications to test results.
Lead test teams participate in daily sprint meetings and coordinate with project stakeholders.
Ensure project metrics deliverables and timelines are met.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
Minimum 3 years of professional engineering experience including lead-level responsibilities.
Strong expertise in at least one domain: ADAS Brakes Active Safety Passive Safety or Powertrain (ICE/electric).
Hands-on experience with HiL testing using dSPACE Vector NI or ETAS tools.
Knowledge of automotive communication protocols: CAN LIN Ethernet and FlexRay.
Experience with vehicle integration embedded systems ECUs and feature validation.
Strong understanding of the automotive V-Model requirements-based testing and design verification and validation.
Proficiency in Python CAPL EXAM or other test automation scripting languages.
Strong debugging analytical communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with virtual simulation tools such as CarMaker and ASM.
Good exposure to EXAM test authoring.
Familiarity with automotive software development processes and tools.
Vector tool certification or ISTQB certification.
Interested candidates please share your updated resume along with work authorization current location availability and contact details
Required Skills:
EMBEDDED SYSTEMSETHERNETROBOT FRAMEWORKPYTHONCAPL