Hardware-In-Test-Loop (HITL) Engineer

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Genesis10 is currently seeking a Hardware-In-Test-Loop (HITL) Engineer for a contract position with a Global Transportation Technology Company located in Erie, PA. This is a 12 month contract opportunity.

Pay Range: $85.00 - $90.00 per hour

This role is crucial in supporting the development and maintenance of real-time simulation environments used to validate control software for power electronic systems. The position focuses on systems that utilize Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs), Silicon Controlled Rectifiers (SCRs), and Silicon Carbide (SiC) technologies. The engineer will design Hardware-In-Loop (HIL) systems and test inverter controller software to ensure robust performance and compliance with system requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Architect and maintain HIL systems to support validation of embedded controllers
• Develop plant models using MATLAB/Simulink that accurately represent various power converter topologies
• Integrate developed models with real-time simulation platforms such as Opal-RT, Speedgoat, or dSPACE
• Ensure reliable hardware interfaces, including implementation of signal conditioning and mapping of input/output signals
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure HIL setups are aligned with control and software requirements
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to real-time execution and the fidelity of simulation models
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations and update procedures as needed
• Design and execute detailed test plans for inverter controller software, leveraging HIL platforms for thorough validation
• Analyse test results and provide support for debugging control algorithms and embedded code
• Ensure complete traceability between software requirements and HIL test coverage
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related STEM discipline
• 3-5 years of experience working on HIL system design and real-time simulation
• Strong proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for model-based development tasks
• Hands-on experience with Opal-RT or comparable real-time simulation platforms
• Solid understanding of inverter and converter control, particularly with IGBT, SCR, and SiC device technologies
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols, including CAN, SPI, UART, and Ethernet
• Experience in testing embedded software within power electronics applications
  
  

Desired skills:

• Experience working with Simulink Real-Time or RT-LAB environments
• Knowledge in sensor and actuator emulation techniques
• Background in Locomotive Drives, Locomotive electrical controls, industrial drives, automotive systems, or renewable energy domains
• Familiarity with software testing frameworks and version control systems
  
  

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

About Genesis10:

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client.

Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20 years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)
  
  

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website ;br>

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.