Entry Level Software Programmer / Developer (.NET, C#)
This role involves developing and integrating virtual simulation environments for embedded controllers in hybrid and electrified vehicle systems. The candidate will work with virtual ECUs, plant models, and co-simulation platforms to support development, verification, and validation of automotive control systems. The position requires collaboration in modeling, debugging, and deploying subsystem models within system-level simulations, supporting Confidential Client's vision for advanced vehicle technologies.
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What You’ll Do
This listing (primary keyword: Entry Level Software Programmer / Developer (.NET, C#) — Milford, MI) seeks an engineer to build and maintain virtual-in-the-loop (VIL) and software-in-the-loop (SiL) simulation environments used for development, verification, and validation of embedded vehicle controllers and subsystem models.
- Develop and deliver virtual-in-the-loop environments to support embedded controller and calibration development for propulsion (ICE/hybrid/electrification), transmission, chassis, and brake systems.
- Integrate virtual electronic control units (V‑ECUs) and subsystem models into system-level dynamic simulations.
- Create, maintain, and test virtual controller components (HWIO, RTOS layers, communication stacks).
- Obtain, parameterize, and integrate plant, sensor, actuator, and ECU behavioral models into co-simulations.
- Build and maintain serial data connectivity and co-simulation links between tools, virtual controllers, and external platforms.
- Participate in modeling and debugging of hybrid vehicle systems and mechatronic subsystems; deploy subsystem models as reusable system-level components.
- Produce and maintain release documentation; support user testing, troubleshooting, and ongoing simulation maintenance.
What We’re Looking For
The Confidential Client seeks candidates with an engineering degree and practical experience integrating simulation models and embedded software.
- Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an application-engineer or related role (entry-level-to-mid depending on background).
- At least 2 years’ hands-on experience with SiL co-simulation and virtual ECU model integration for vehicle propulsion or hybrid systems.
- Strong background integrating plant models and ECU models into dynamic simulations and validating system performance.
- Experience supporting released simulations, debugging model behavior, and assisting user testing.
Skills & Tools
- Embedded C and Python
- MATLAB & Simulink (including Simscape) for plant and subsystem model development
- GT‑Power and AMESIM (or equivalent plant/physics modeling tools)
- Build and debug toolchain: gcc, gdb, Eclipse, Jenkins, ETAS INCA (or similar CI/build tools)
- Automotive communications: CAN, LIN, SPI
- Experience working with RTOS concepts, HWIO interfaces, and virtual ECU (V‑ECU) concepts
Location & Schedule
- Location: Milford, MI — must be able to report to the local office.
- Schedule: Hybrid — typically 3 days in-office, 2 days remote (subject to client policy).
- Employment type: Full-time.
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated base salary: $126,679 per year (estimated).
- Benefits: Competitive benefits package from day one, including standard health, retirement, and paid-time-off offerings (details provided by the Confidential Client during hiring).
- Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be considered — see Equal Opportunity section below.
Candidate Experience & Legal Notes
Careertakes and the Confidential Client follow U.S. federal, state, and local hiring laws. All employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination. Candidates may be required to complete role-related assessments and pre-employment screenings where applicable.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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