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V.I.E. HiL Testing engineer M/W
Troy, MI, US · On-site · Full-time · Automotive
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About the role
Electrical Engineering
Leader in Engineering and IT Services, ALTEN brings together nearly 60,000 employees, 88% of whom are engineers. Present in over 30 countries, the Group supports its clients’ development strategies in engineering, innovation, R&D, and technological information systems.
Why choose ALTEN?
- The opportunity to contribute to the greatest technological challenges.
- Close support within a collaborative work environment.
- A true career accelerator in France and internationally.
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. 
 
Onsite position: Troy, MI – USA (ALTEN Office) or CTC Auburn Hills
- Eligible for a V.I.E. contract
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
- Knowledge of System Requirements Analysis (e.g., DOORS) and CAN/LIN/Ethernet
- Strong communication and customer-facing skills
- Professional presentation and interpersonal skills
- Autonomous with strong problem-solving abilities
- Fluent English (minimum B2, written and spoken)
- Previous internship or working student experience in a relevant fieldPlus:
- OEM experience, ASIL
- ASPICE
ALTEN’s Commitments
Our sustainability and social responsibility approach is built on three fundamental pillars:
- Our People
- A diverse workforce with over 100 nationalities
- An inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute
- Support for skill development and professional growth
- The Environment
- Reducing our ecological footprint and promoting sustainable growth
- Goal: Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, guiding our operations and strategic initiatives
- Sustainable Innovation
- 31% of our internal R&D dedicated to responsible innovation
- Transforming environmental challenges into value-creating solutions that drive progress