Validation Engineer

Location: Lisle, IL (Onsite)

Job Type: 12+ Months Contract

Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Automotive HiL Validation Engineer with hands-on experience in HIL testing, ECU validation, and test automation.

Key Requirements: (Must Have)3+ years of automotive engineering / HIL (Hardware in Loop) validation experience. Hands-on experience with at least one HIL platform: Vector, dSPACE, ETAS LABCAR, or NI.Strong knowledge of Vector tools: CANoe, CANalyzer, VTestStudio, VT System. Automation scripting experience in Python, CAPL, or EXAM.Strong expertise in at least one automotive domain: ADAS, Brakes, Active Safety, Passive Safety, or Powertrain (EV/ICE).Knowledge of automotive protocols: CAN, LIN, Ethernet, FlexRay. Experience in ECU testing, diagnostics, and system-level validation. Knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink and requirements-based testing.

Responsibilities: Develop test plans, test cases, and automation scripts. Execute functional, integration, and system-level HIL testing. Perform ECU validation, debugging, and test result analysis. Maintain requirement traceability and validation reports. Lead testing activities and coordinate with project teams. PreferredETAS INCA, IPG CarMaker, ASM, and NI TestStand. Automotive embedded systems experience. Vector certification or ISTQB certification.