Quest Global Manufacturing

HITL Engineer

Quest Global Manufacturing • $88K — $105K *
Erie, PA 16509In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related STEM discipline.
  • 3-5 years of experience in HIL system design and real-time simulation.
  • Strong proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for model-based development tasks.
  • Hands-on experience with Opal-RT or similar real-time simulation platforms.
  • Solid understanding of inverter and converter control technologies (IGBT, SCR, SiC).
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (CAN, SPI, UART, Ethernet).
  • Experience in testing embedded software within power electronics applications.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and maintain HIL systems for validating embedded controllers.
  • Develop plant models using MATLAB/Simulink for various power converter topologies.
  • Integrate models with real-time simulation platforms like Opal-RT and dSPACE.
  • Ensure reliable hardware interfaces with signal conditioning and signal mapping.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on HIL setups for control and software alignment.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues related to real-time execution and simulation fidelity.
  • Maintain documentation for system configurations and procedures.
  • Design and execute test plans for inverter controller software utilizing HIL platforms.
  • Analyze test results to support debugging of control algorithms and embedded code.
  • Ensure traceability between software requirements and HIL test coverage.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
  • Short/Long Term Disability
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

What You will Do:

The HITL Design & Maintenance Engineer plays a crucial role in supporting the development and ongoing maintenance of real-time simulation environments intended for validating control software within power electronic systems. The primary focus of this position is on systems that utilise Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs), Silicon Controlled Rectifiers (SCRs), and the latest Silicon Carbide (SiC) technologies, particularly in inverter and converter applications. Alongside designing Hardware-In-Loop systems, the engineer is tasked with testing and validating inverter controller software, ensuring that all deliverables meet robust performance standards and comply with specified system requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Architect and maintain HIL systems to support validation of embedded controllers.
  • Develop plant models using MATLAB/Simulink that accurately represent various power converter topologies.
  • Integrate developed models with real-time simulation platforms such as Opal-RT, Speedgoat, or dSPACE.
  • Ensure reliable hardware interfaces, including implementation of signal conditioning and mapping of input/output signals.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure HIL setups are aligned with control and software requirements.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues related to real-time execution and the fidelity of simulation models.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations and update procedures as needed.
  • Design and execute detailed test plans for inverter controller software, leveraging HIL platforms for thorough validation.
  • Analyse test results and provide support for debugging control algorithms and embedded code.
  • Ensure complete traceability between software requirements and HIL test coverage.


What You Will Bring:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related STEM discipline.
  • 3-5 years of experience working on HIL system design and real-time simulation.
  • Strong proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for model-based development tasks.
  • Hands-on experience with Opal-RT or comparable real-time simulation platforms.
  • Solid understanding of inverter and converter control, particularly with IGBT, SCR, and SiC device technologies.
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols, including CAN, SPI, UART, and Ethernet.
  • Experience in testing embedded software within power electronics applications.

Desirable Skills
  • Experience working with Simulink Real-Time or RT-LAB environments.
  • Knowledge in sensor and actuator emulation techniques.
  • Background in Locomotive Drives, Locomotive electrical controls, industrial drives, automotive systems, or renewable energy domains.
  • Familiarity with software testing frameworks and version control systems.

Work Requirements:

This role is considered an on-site position located in Erie, PA.
  • You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
  • Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.


Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
  • Short/Long Term Disability

About Quest Global Manufacturing

Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
Learn more about Quest Global Manufacturing
Size
11,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1997
* Ladders Estimates

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