Embedded Software Engineer 2

we are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support the development, execution, and automation of Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) verification and validation activities for embedded control systems.

The selected candidate will work with embedded control software, Electronic Control Units (ECUs), dSPACE-based test environments, MATLAB/Simulink, automation frameworks, and laboratory test equipment. This role will focus on developing validation strategies, executing system-level tests, automating test activities, investigating defects, and troubleshooting hardware and software integration issues.

This is a hands-on engineering role requiring strong experience in embedded systems testing, HIL/SIL validation, dSPACE, MATLAB/Simulink, Python automation, C/C++, CAN/J1939 communication protocols, and ECU diagnostics., * Develop and execute HIL and SIL validation test plans for embedded control systems and ECUs.

• Design, develop, execute, and maintain validation tests for embedded control software.
• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot dSPACE and Vector-based test benches and validation environments.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts to improve test efficiency, repeatability, and test coverage.
• Develop tools for automated data collection, analysis, and validation reporting.
• Use Python, C++, gtest, and other automation frameworks to support embedded software verification activities.
• Perform system-level verification of embedded software and hardware integrations.
• Analyze software and system defects and conduct root-cause investigations.
• Troubleshoot complex software, hardware, ECU, and communication-related issues.
• Perform hardware setup and troubleshoot HIL/SIL test environments.
• Support diagnostics, fault injection, and validation reporting activities.
• Participate in technical discussions, defect reviews, validation planning, and engineering reviews.
• Collaborate with software developers, controls engineers, system integration engineers, and verification and validation teams.
• Support delivery of 2026 and 2027 Product Group commitments and program milestones.

Typical Day-to-Day Responsibilities

The typical workload is expected to include:

• 40% HIL/SIL Test Development and Execution
• Develop and execute validation tests.
• Maintain existing test cases and validation environments.
• Perform embedded control system and ECU verification.
• 30% Test Automation and Scripting
• Develop automated test scripts and frameworks.
• Support Python and C++/gtest automation.
• Improve testing efficiency, repeatability, and coverage.
• Develop data collection and reporting tools.
• 20% Issue Investigation and Debugging
• Analyze defects and unexpected system behavior.
• Perform root-cause analysis.
• Troubleshoot software, hardware, communication, and integration issues.
• 10% Collaboration, Reviews, and Planning
• Participate in team meetings and technical discussions.
• Support defect reviews and validation planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.

Team Structure and Work Environment

Team Structure

The Embedded Software Engineer will be part of the Software Verification & Validation team supporting virtual validation, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing for Caterpillar embedded control systems.

The engineer will work closely with:

• Embedded Software Engineers
• Software Developers
• Controls Engineers
• System Integration Engineers
• Verification & Validation Engineers
• Product and Program Engineering Teams

Work Environment

This is a primarily onsite engineering role in Mossville, Illinois.

The selected candidate will work in a hands-on engineering and laboratory environment using:

• HIL test benches
• dSPACE systems
• Vector tools
• Virtual validation tools
• MATLAB/Simulink
• Embedded control systems
• Laboratory test equipment

The environment is fast-paced and highly collaborative, with a strong focus on product quality, reliability, validation, and meeting program commitments., Additional engineering support is required to execute and deliver Caterpillar’s 2026 and 2027 Product Group commitments.

This role will help expand the organization’s:

• Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) capacity
• Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) capacity
• Embedded software verification and validation capability
• Test automation capability
• System-level validation coverage

The selected engineer will play an important role in meeting program milestones, improving validation coverage, maintaining product quality, and supporting delivery objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines:
• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Relevant Engineering or Technical Discipline
• 2 4 years of relevant professional experience.
• Relevant internship experience may be considered.
• Experience in embedded software development, embedded systems testing, controls engineering, or verification and validation.

Top 3 Required Skills

1. HIL/SIL Validation and Testing * Strong experience developing and executing HIL and SIL validation activities. * Experience testing embedded control systems and ECUs. * Experience with system-level software and hardware verification.

2. dSPACE and MATLAB/Simulink * Strong hands-on experience with dSPACE-based HIL systems and test environments. * Experience using MATLAB/Simulink. * Understanding of model-based development and virtual validation concepts. * Ability to configure, operate, and troubleshoot HIL test benches.

3. Embedded Software Verification and Automation * Experience with Python automation and test scripting. * Solid programming experience in C or C++. * Experience with C++ test automation frameworks, including gtest. * Experience developing automated test frameworks and verification tools.

Required Technical Skills

HIL/SIL and Embedded Systems

• Hands-on experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) validation.
• Experience with Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing.
• Strong experience testing embedded control systems.
• Experience validating Electronic Control Units (ECUs).
• Understanding of embedded control software and hardware integration.

dSPACE and Model-Based Development

• Strong hands-on experience with dSPACE HIL systems.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting dSPACE-based test environments.
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink.
• Understanding of model-based development concepts.
• Experience supporting virtual validation activities.

Programming and Test Automation

• Strong programming experience in C or C++.
• Experience with Python for test automation, scripting, and data analysis.
• Experience with gtest and C++ automation.
• Experience creating automated test scripts and frameworks.
• Knowledge of test automation framework development.
• Familiarity with version control systems.
• Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

Communication Protocols and Diagnostics

• Experience with CAN communication protocols.
• Knowledge of J1939 communication protocols.
• Experience with UDS diagnostics.
• Experience using Vector tools, including:
• CANoe
• CANalyzer
• Experience with embedded system diagnostics and fault analysis.

Hardware and System Troubleshooting

• Experience with ECU integration.
• Ability to perform system-level verification.
• Strong debugging and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of electronic component datasheets.
• Ability to perform hardware setup and troubleshooting.
• Experience troubleshooting HIL/SIL test environments.
• Familiarity with diagnostics and fault injection.

Additional Technical Knowledge

• Understanding of the complete software development lifecycle, including:
• Business and systems analysis
• Requirements gathering
• Functional specification development
• Software development
• Testing and validation
• Product delivery
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware and software.
• Familiarity with embedded software development tools.
• Knowledge of development software related to embedded systems.
• Exposure to tools or technologies such as SQL and Visual Basic is a plus.

Required Soft Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex software and hardware issues.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across software, controls, and validation teams.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned deliverables.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Customer service mindset and professional communication skills.
• Continuous learning mindset and willingness to work with new technologies and validation tools., The ideal candidate is an Embedded Software, Controls, Electrical, Computer, or Test Engineer with 2 4 years of experience and strong hands-on exposure to HIL/SIL validation and embedded systems testing.

The strongest candidates will have practical experience with:

• dSPACE HIL systems
• MATLAB/Simulink
• Embedded control systems
• ECU validation
• Python automation
• C/C++ programming
• gtest
• CAN/J1939
• UDS diagnostics
• Vector CANoe/CANalyzer
• Hardware and software troubleshooting
• Root-cause analysis

My name is Manisha Singh and I am a recruiter at Stellent IT LLC. I am reaching out to you on an exciting job opportunity with one of our clients.