Hardware in the Loop HIL Model Based Software Engineer - MATLAB Simulink

$100,000 - $100,000/Yr

Cognizant Technology Solutions - Dearborn, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Dearborn, MI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Cognizant is seeking a talented Hardware in the Loop (HIL) Model Based Software Engineer specializing in MATLAB and Simulink to join our Mobility Practice in Dearborn, Michigan. This role is pivotal in supporting the development of embedded software through a Model Based Design (MBD) approach, specifically tailored for Automotive OEM vehicles and connected vehicle systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating high-quality, bug-free code while adhering to best practices in software modeling and design. As part of the Cognizant Mobility team, you will engage with various stakeholders, including feature owners and validation teams, to gather and analyze requirements for HIL plant control model development. Your expertise will be crucial in designing and implementing the HIL plant control model, developing vehicle plant control models, and validating features within the Simulink environment. You will also troubleshoot issues using CAN tools such as CANoe and CANAlyzer, ensuring that the software meets the required specifications and functions correctly. This position requires a strong foundation in Electrical and Computer Engineering, with a focus on automotive engineering services. You will be part of a dynamic team that collaborates on innovative projects aimed at enhancing smart connected vehicle engineering and software delivery. Your contributions will directly impact the development of cutting-edge automotive technologies, making this an exciting opportunity for engineers passionate about the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Gathering requirements for HIL plant control model development.
• Discuss with feature owners and validation teams to capture the plant control requirements.
• Create the HIL plant control model implementation design.
• Developing vehicle plant control model in environment.
• Develop Stateflow and Simulink models from feature specifications.
• Feature validation in Simulink environment.
• Validate the functionality of the developed models.
• Troubleshoot issues using CAN tools like CANoe and CANAlyzer.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience modeling using Simulink and Stateflow.
• Strong understanding of Stateflow is a must.
• Experience verifying software to a process (e.g., CMMI / SPICE).
• Minimum 2+ years of HIL Plant Control Modeling experience.
• Minimum 2+ years of Automotive domain experience required.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in MATLAB Scripting.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in CAN protocol.
• Experience with standard scripting languages or programming languages.
• Knowledge and experience in unit level and system level testing.
• Adequate knowledge for reading schematics and data sheets.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential.
• Experience in Agile development methodologies.

Nice-to-haves

• Automated testing in MATLAB, Simulink environment for a dSPACE HIL including ControlDesk and AutomationDesk.
• Python programming experience.
• Experience using Vector tools, CANoe, CANAlyzer, and automotive communication protocols like CAN/LIN/Automotive Ethernet.
• Knowledge of ISO26262 Functional Safety Standards.
• High Voltage Electric Vehicle System and Battery Knowledge.