Systems HIL Test Engineer

BorgWarner•Arden, NC

1d•$88,800 - $124,875•Onsite

About The Position

BorgWarner is seeking a Systems HIL Test Engineer to strengthen its Software and Controls Development Team. The role supports development of engine software involving power electronics, motors, valves, sensors, actuators, and electronic control units. The engineer is responsible for ensuring system requirements are met in practice, not merely as documented. The position focuses on identification and verification testing for system-level software development, working closely with a global team to evolve software into system-level controls and hardware. It supports software modeling, design, simulation, testing, integration, and release. The role also adheres to BorgWarner’s Environmental Health and Safety Program, including applicable safety procedures and required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience in HIL and SIL toolchain testing in the automotive or industrial industry.
Hands-on experience with HIL platforms such as SpeedGoat, dSPACE, National Instruments (NI) PXI/LabVIEW, OPAL-RT, or Vector VT Systems.
Very good knowledge and experience with analytical and model-based software development using MATLAB Simulink.
Knowledge of Python, CAPL, C/C++, or LabVIEW.
Knowledge of CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, or similar Vector tools.
Knowledge of software development processes and tools such as Polarion, Jira, or Bitbucket.
Experience with software requirements, architecture, design, or integration and testing for systems involving mechanical and electrical hardware.
Ability to define software-related system testing and evaluation.
Knowledge of hardware-software interface documentation.
Ability to interface with hardware engineers.
Knowledge of basic software and communication/bus systems.
Ability to work on project teams as a technical representative, with good communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

MSEE, MSME, or equivalent, with 7 or more years of software design and development experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to coordinate testing.
Understanding of challenges in applying electronic components to harsh applications, principal failure modes, mitigation methods, and validation methods.
Broad engineering background including controls, magnetics, and EMI/EMC shielding.
Functional Safety experience.
Experience with controls simulation, motors, and powertrain management hardware.
Strong experimental, analytical, and computer skills, including the ability to operate MATLAB/Simulink models to produce data for analysis.
Familiarity with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, and multimeters, and a basic understanding of electrical safety.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain HIL test systems and test benches.
Create and execute automated test scripts for ECU and system validation.
Work with software, controls, systems, and calibration engineers to define test requirements and pass/fail criteria.
Configure and troubleshoot communication protocols including CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Ethernet.
Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and validation procedures that meet the operational intent of the system.
Document test results and propose follow-up actions.
Document and analyze dynamic behavior and interfaces of software elements.
Oversee virtual software integration and testing against architecture.
Generate traceability reports, assess alternatives, and approve software versions.
Support root cause analysis for software and system defects.
Improve test automation coverage and continuous integration processes.
Coordinate with engineering development teams across locations and time zones.
Follow safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe equipment-use requirements; use required PPE and report or correct unsafe situations.