Stellantis

HIL / xIL Development Engineer

Stellantis$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in automotive industry and Hardware-in-the-Loop
  • Experience with plant and controller modeling and simulation
  • Proficient in Model Based Development, preferably with Matlab-Simulink
  • Knowledge of Powertrain ICE, HEV, and BEV systems
  • Demonstrated experience with HIL systems (dSPACE, ETAS, NI HIL)
  • Hands-on experience with wiring harnesses and load boxes

Responsibilities

  • Develop and reduce plant models for HIL applications
  • Integrate models across MIL, SIL, and HIL environments
  • Configure and commission HIL simulators for specific vehicle applications
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on requirements and integration
  • Troubleshoot HIL simulation and integration issues during commissioning
  • Support ECU hardware interface definition and electrical harness design
  • Perform benchmarking and evaluate new HIL technologies

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment
  • Exposure to global engineering teams across multiple regions
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge HIL technologies
  • Focus on professional development and learning
  • Engagement in innovative powertrain system validation projects
Full Job Description
Stellantis is seeking a HIL / xIL Development Engineer to support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems, plant model development, and system integration across MIL, SIL, and HIL environments. This role plays a critical part in accelerating validation for powertrain systems including ICE, HEV, and BEV applications. The engineer will collaborate cross-functionally with software, controls, calibration, and systems engineering teams to develop, integrate, and troubleshoot simulation environments for vehicle programs.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and reduce plant models for HIL applications and maintain a reusable model library
  • Integrate models across MIL, SIL, and HIL environments
  • Configure and commission HIL simulators for vehicle-specific applications
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (software, controls, calibration, systems engineering) on requirements and integration
  • Troubleshoot and resolve HIL simulation and integration issues during commissioning
  • Support ECU hardware interface definition and electrical harness design
  • Perform benchmarking, evaluate new HIL technologies, and improve development processes and tools
  • Work with global engineering teams across NA, EMEA, APAC, and LATAM regions


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive industry and Hardware in Loop/HiL
  • Experience with plant and controller modeling, simulation, development and testing.
  • Experience in Model Based Development on any Powertrain Application, preferred Matlab-Simulink/Stateflow/SimScape
  • Knowledge and experience with Powertrain ICE, HEV and BEV systems
  • Demonstrated Hardware- In-the-Loop systems experience (dSPACE, ETAS, NI HIL systems)
  • Experience with C/C++ code generation
  • Experience with 1-D physical modeling tools such as GT Power, AMESim and co-simulation tools
  • Hands on experience with the dSpace Simulators (Scalexio), Harness design, implementation, Electrical Loads etc
  • Experience with HIL electrical/ wiring harness, load box design, implementation and troubleshooting
  • Experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/SIMULINK
  • Knowledge of CAN stack, SPI, LIN and Flash bootloader integration
  • Knowledge in diagnostic management: CANalyzer, CANoe
  • Knowledge of Simulation Tool (e.g. CarMaker, ASM)
  • Knowledge\experience with UDS, XCP protocol
  • Familiarity using trace capture tools, data acquisition and analysis tools such as ETAS - INCA
  • Outstanding interpersonal and problem-solving skills
  • Strong ability to work directly with individuals and groups
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Self-starter who can work cross-functionally with other people


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • Detailed knowledge about ICE, Hybrid and BEV applications
  • Basic knowledge of vehicle dynamics and specific simulation software
  • Good working experience with dSpace Simulators, Hardware design and implementation
  • Ability to communicate effectively across multiple levels of management

About Stellantis

Stellantis is a multinational automotive manufacturer formed in 2021 by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA. The company designs, produces, and sells a wide range of vehicles under various brands, including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroen, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. Stellantis operates in over 130 countries and has 14 brands in its portfolio. The company is committed to sustainable mobility and has set ambitious targets for reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the share of electric vehicles in its sales.
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Size
400,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.9 billion
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