The HIL Validation Engineer develops expertise in software test design and has advanced knowledge in vehicle functional partitioning, electrical and communication architectures, Ford's embedded software processes and the Global Product Development System. The Hardware in the Loop (HiL) Engineer supports the product development and system integration processes by developing test procedures for automated execution, implementing tests using Hardware in the Loop equipment, documenting and reviewing execution reports, reporting incidents/bugs, and tracking software updates to fix issues. This role requires close collaboration with feature owners, engineering, and suppliers to develop a strong understanding of the vehicle functions and implement appropriate test design strategies for early identification of defects and to provide evidence of defect elimination. ### Responsibilities Single point of contact for the test organization and the feature owner, PD engineering teams, and suppliers. Manage the test project for the assigned features including integration/definition, scope/coverage, time, communications, and risk assessment. Develop/expand testing scope. Support the tradeoff analysis of test requirements vs test environment capabilities to define test scope and instrumentation strategies. Analyze requirements, vehicle components electrical schematics, functional specifications, and DFMEA documentation. Design, execute and maintain test procedures DVMs in alignment with test design guidelines and strategies. Document test environment, automation, and vehicle variant management. Implement and validate test environment, automation, and vehicle variant management solutions. Develop test procedures to validate the test environment (intake tests), Analyze test execution results to generate reports, document incidents, and drive them to resolution. Troubleshoot vehicle systems and test environment functionality to minimize false positive incident reports, implement continuous improvement strategies for test design, management test cycles. ### Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent 5+ Years of experience in automotive software development or validations. 5+ Years of experience in software development life cycle - CMMI and agile process experience. 5+ Years of experience utilizing software testing or quality assurance methodologies 3+ Years of experience in validation support of dSPACE or NI HIL simulators 3+ Years of experience in dSPACE control and automation desk software. 3+ Years of experience in ADAS/DAT feature testing support 2+ Years of experience using Scaled Agile Framework SAFE implementing agile practices and setting up SW development workflows at an enterprise scale. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases • Tuition assistance • Established and active employee resource groups • Paid time off for individual and team community service • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is a salary grade 6-8 and ranges from $85,400-$192,900. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-GR1 ### About the Team We believe that freedom of movement drives human progress. Ford Information Technology (IT) is shaping the future of mobility by redefining the transportation landscape, enhancing the customer experience and improving people’s lives. Join the Ford family as we change the way the world moves. ### About the Company At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation.