About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

This contract role contributes to expanding Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) verification and validation capacity for embedded control systems. You will design, build, and run validation tests and automation to ensure product commitments are met.

• Develop, execute, and maintain HIL/SIL validation tests for embedded control software using dSPACE, MATLAB/Simulink, and automation tools.
• Focus split: ~40% HIL/SIL test development & execution, ~30% test automation and scripting, ~20% issue investigation/debugging, ~10% collaboration, reviews, and planning.
• Create and maintain test automation frameworks (Python, gtest/C) for repeatable regression runs.
• Integrate and validate ECUs at the system level; work with Vector tools (CANoe/CANalyzer) and CAN/J1939 protocols.
• Perform root-cause analysis, defect triage, and technical reviews with software, controls, and systems teams.
• Set up HIL bench hardware, read electrical schematics, perform fault injection, and produce validation reports.

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Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in embedded software engineering or validation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with HIL/SIL validation and test development.
• Proficiency with the dSPACE toolchain and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (Python; experience with gtest and C-based test automation is a plus).
• Experience with CAN/J1939, Vector tools (CANoe/CANalyzer), and ECU/system integration.
• Familiarity with version control, software development lifecycle, and test automation framework development.
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and in cross-functional teams.

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Prior experience in machinery, automotive, or heavy-equipment embedded systems.
• Practical knowledge of diagnostics, fault injection methodologies, and validation reporting tools.
• Experience with continuous integration for embedded test systems.

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Compensation & Work Details

• Typical base pay (U.S.): $45.00 - $47.00 per hour.
• Non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime at 1.5x the base hourly rate for hours worked over 40 in a week, or as required by state/local law.
• This is a contract role (employmentType: CONTRACTOR). Final offer within the stated range will consider relevant skills, education, and experience.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

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