Senior HIL Core Engineer (Automotive)

TL;DR

Senior HIL Core Engineer (Automotive): Designing and maintaining advanced Hardware-in-the-Loop systems to validate embedded controllers and perception systems for autonomous vehicles with an accent on scalable rack-based infrastructure and cross-functional integration. Focus on developing automated monitoring systems, optimizing lab capacity, and ensuring high-availability validation platforms for next-generation vehicle features.

Location: Onsite in Milford, Michigan

Salary: $184,100–$230,000

Company

A global leader in automotive innovation working towards a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion.

What you will do

• Design, build, and sustain modular HIL systems for ECU and subsystem validation across multiple vehicle platforms.
• Develop scalable rack-based test solutions integrating power distribution, network infrastructure, and environmental management.
• Collaborate with Systems, Firmware, and Validation Engineering to define I/O mappings, harnessing, and test configurations.
• Deploy automation and monitoring systems for bench health, including power cycling and logging infrastructure.
• Drive lab capacity expansion projects, including facility layout, power planning, and thermal management.
• Perform hands-on debugging, parts ordering, and component integration from boards to sensors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in design, integration, and maintenance of hardware validation systems or HIL infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Linux CLI, networking (Ethernet, switches, VLANs), and power distribution.
• Familiarity with ECU harnessing, power systems, and signal integrity best practices.
• Proven record of cross-functional collaboration and vendor management.

Nice to have

• Experience with Python and CAN/LIN tools (Vector, Kvaser, etc.).
• Knowledge of thermal and EMI management, system grounding, and rack-level cable routing.
• Experience with lab operations, EHS compliance, and facility management.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance programs.
• Financial security through retirement savings plans, HSA, and FSA.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and tuition assistance programs.
• Employee assistance program and GM vehicle discounts.