XIL Integration Engineer
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Job description
As an XIL Integration Engineer, you will develop, integrate, and maintain Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and hybrid XIL test environments supporting next-generation perception and automation technologies. You will work across hardware, embedded systems, software, and automation frameworks to build reliable end-to-end validation systems., * Develop and integrate SIL, HIL, and hybrid XIL test systems for perception and automation applications.
- Configure and support dSPACE-based simulation and test platforms.
- Integrate camera, CAN, Ethernet, and embedded hardware into automated test environments.
- Develop Python scripts and automation tools to orchestrate testing and system workflows.
- Configure and maintain Linux-based development and test systems.
- Debug complex hardware, software, networking, and embedded system issues.
- Support playback of recorded data and closed-loop simulation environments.
- Collaborate with software, controls, perception, and systems engineering teams to develop scalable validation solutions.
- Support CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
- Continuously improve test infrastructure reliability, performance, and automation capabilities.
Requirements
Do you have experience in Version control systems?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree in engineering?, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Strong Python programming experience for scripting, automation, and system orchestration.
- Strong Linux experience, including command-line tools, system configuration, and debugging.
- Experience integrating hardware and software systems in complex engineering environments.
- Experience working with embedded systems, ECUs, or hardware test benches.
- Familiarity with version control tools such as Git.
- Experience supporting automated testing or CI/CD environments using tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently in an evolving engineering environment with minimal direction., * Experience with SIL, HIL, MIL, or XIL simulation environments.
- Experience using dSPACE hardware and software.
- Knowledge of automotive communication protocols including CAN and Ethernet.
- Familiarity with camera systems, perception pipelines, or image processing concepts.
- Experience with embedded Linux environments.
- Understanding of automation, robotics, autonomous systems, or advanced driver assistance technologies.
- Experience developing scalable engineering test infrastructure., Preferred
- Bachelors of Science or better in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Bachelors of Science or better in Software Engineering or related field
- Bachelors of Science or better in Computer Engineering or related field
- Bachelors of Science or better in Computer Science or related field, Preferred
- Soft Lang - C
- Soft Lang - C++
Benefits & conditions
Pulled from the full job description
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Health savings account
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account, This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization., Pay Range: $75,000-$110,000 - Commensurate with experience
About RFA Engineering
RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is the development of off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, mining, recreational, industrial, and special machines. Our work includes concept development, product design, documentation, problem-solving, simulation, optimization, and testing of components, systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Minneapolis, branch office in Dubuque, IA, and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S.
Competitive Benefits
- Health and Dental Insurance
- TelaDoc Healthiest You
- Supplemental Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability
- Short-term Disability
- Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
- Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care
- HSA for Medical Expenses
- Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Bereavement Leave
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Education Assistance
Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly