Job description for Software Testing (HIL) Engineer - McLaren Automotive Ltd

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Job Title: Software Testing (HIL) Engineer
Department: Electronic Systems & Controls
Reporting to: Software Validation Principal Engineer
Closing date: February 2016
Purpose of the Role:
The candidate will be responsible for the development and maintenance of the Hardware-in-
the-Loop system used to perform Verification and Validation of Powertrain and Chassis
ECUs and the whole Electrical/Electronic Architecture.
Principal Accountabilities:
 Working as part of a team with HIL integration and modelling engineers to achieve
successful integration of Powertrain and Chassis Systems models with physical
control units in a HIL environment
 Managing the hardware and software configuration of the HIL rigs in accordance with
the Software Validation plan
 Designing wiring and supporting build and commissioning activities to ensure the HIL
rig is to the correct standard and level for system testing
 Working closely with software test engineers to develop the HIL interfaces and
capabilities in accordance with the Test plans
 Producing documentation and reports, managing the hardware and software
configurations with appropriate version control
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
 Experience in development of Hardware In Loop test benches, appreciated in
particular previous experience with one or more of the following:
 DSPACE SCALEXIO, ConfigurationDesk, and ControlDesk
 Concurrent SIMulation Workbench
 Vector Canoe, and VT system
 Excellent knowledge of Matlab Simulink, and development of models for Powertrain,
Chassis, and Hybrid components
 Good knowledge of Automotive protocols CAN and LIN 2.X, including Physical Layer,
Data Link Layer, Interaction Layer and OSEK Network Management
 Good knowledge of diagnostic protocol UDS ISO-14229, XCP, and CCP protocols
 Good debugging/troubleshooting and electronic laboratory skills

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Personal Attributes:
 Self motivated.
 Conscientious.
 Quality, reliability and safety driven.
 Excellent communication skills.
 Excellent personal workload management skills.
 Ability to work as a team member and also confidently alone.
 Flexible approach to working hours.
 Electrical, software or automotive engineering degree 2:1, or above.
 Driving Licence.
If you think that you have what it takes then please send your CV (in English) to:
paolo.bartolini@mclaren.com or via LinkedIn