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V.I.E. HIL Testing Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA Troy, Michigan, United States

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Posted Sep 17, 2026Apply by Oct 17, 2026

**Role & seniority: ** VIE (Contract with VIE Business France); engineering role supporting validation/HIL test environments (level not explicitly stated; requires prior intern/working student experience).

**Stack/tools: **

  • HIL/VHIL/“Plywood Buck” test environments; test bench commissioning/setup

  • ECU flashing & software updates using approved engineering tools

  • Network/vehicle protocols: CAN, LIN, CAN-FD, Ethernet

  • Debug/trace tools: CANoe/CANalyzer; diagnostic log collection/analysis

  • Configuration/release tracking and version/config documentation

  • System requirements tooling: DOORS (example)

  • Top 3 responsibilities:

    • Configure/maintain HIL/VHIL/bench properties, ensure readiness, and manage ECU inventory/config versions.

    • Execute ECU flashing/software updates, verify compatibility/integrity, and support configuration management.

    • Support validation execution and bench-level troubleshooting, including network communication checks and log/trace-based root cause analysis.

  • Must-have skills:

    • Degree in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics/related

    • Communication protocols understanding (CAN/LIN/Ethernet)

    • Ability to analyze traces/diagnostic logs (CANoe/CANalyzer)

    • System requirements analysis experience (e.g., DOORS)

    • Independent problem-solving and strong communication (B2+ English, daily customer contact)

    • Prior hands-on experience (intern/working student)

Full Description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more. As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing. When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Key Responsibilities

HIL & Test Property Management

  • Configure, maintain, and support HIL, VHIL, and Plywood Buck test environments.

  • Prepare test properties for validation loops and project milestones.

  • Ensure test benches are updated with the latest hardware and software releases.

  • Maintain ECU inventory, software versions, and configuration records.

  • Verify readiness of test properties before validation execution.

  • Coordinate bench setup and commissioning activities with validation teams.

Software & Hardware Updates

  • Perform ECU flashing and software updates using approved engineering tools.

  • Verify software compatibility and system integrity after updates.

  • Support configuration management and change implementation activities.

  • Maintain software release tracking and update documentation.

Validation Support

  • Support execution of electrical and network validation activities.

  • Assist engineers in bench-level debugging and troubleshooting.

  • Verify CAN, LIN, CAN-FD, and/or Ethernet network communications.

  • Collect and analyze diagnostic logs from validation activities.

  • Support ignition-off draw (IOD), system functionality, and regulatory testing activities.

Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

  • Investigate HIL bench issues and identify hardware, software, or configuration problems.

  • Analyze CANoe/CANalyzer traces and diagnostic logs.

  • Support root cause analysis activities for validation failures.

  • Work with design, validation, software, and supplier teams to resolve issues.

  • Document findings and corrective actions.

Profile

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

  • System Requirements Analysis & Tools (e.g. Doors)

  • Communication Protocols (CAN/LIN/Ethernet)

  • Good communication skills as this person is in daily customer contact

  • Autonomy & Problem solving

  • Good English level in writing and oral (at least B2)

  • Previous working experience as intern or working student

Contract with VIE Business France

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Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

HIL testingCANLINEthernetCAN-FDCANoeCANalyzerECU flashingSystem requirements analysisDoorsTroubleshootingRoot cause analysisConfiguration managementHardware maintenanceValidationmulti-location

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