Cullerton Group has a new opportunity for an
Embedded Software Engineer 2 in Mossville, IL. The work will be done
onsite full time, 5 days per week, on first shift. This is a
12-month position that can lead to permanent employment with our client. Compensation is
up to $47/hr + full benefits (vision, dental, health insurance, 401k, and holiday pay). The anticipated start date is October 5, 2026, with no travel expected.
Job Summary
We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop, execute, and automate
Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) verification activities for embedded control systems. This role will focus heavily on
dSPACE-based validation environments, ECU testing, test automation, and system-level verification. The engineer will work with embedded software and hardware, troubleshoot integration issues, and improve validation efficiency and test coverage through automation.
Key Responsibilities- Develop, execute, and maintain HIL/SIL verification test plans for embedded control systems and ECUs.
- Configure, operate, and troubleshoot dSPACE and Vector-based HIL test benches and validation environments.
- Develop automated test scripts, data collection tools, and reporting solutions using Python and C++/gtest.
- Perform system-level verification, defect analysis, debugging, and root-cause investigation of software/hardware integration issues.
- Develop and execute validation tests using dSPACE, MATLAB/Simulink, CAN/J1939, and Vector tools such as CANoe/CANalyzer.
Required Qualifications- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 24 years of professional experience required; internships do not count toward the experience requirement.
- Hands-on experience with HIL/SIL validation and embedded software verification.
- Strong experience with the dSPACE toolchain and MATLAB/Simulink.
- Experience with Python automation and C++/gtest for testing and verification.
- Experience with CAN/J1939 communication protocols and Vector tools, including CANoe and/or CANalyzer.
- Experience with ECU integration, system-level verification, debugging, and root-cause analysis.
- Ability to read electrical schematics, perform hardware setup, and troubleshoot HIL/SIL test environments.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with UDS diagnostics, fault injection, and validation reporting tools.
- Knowledge of the software development lifecycle, version control, and test automation framework development.
- Strong understanding of embedded controls, ECU validation, and hardware/software integration.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Why This Role?
This position offers hands-on exposure to both
HIL and SIL verification and validation for advanced embedded control systems. The engineer will work directly with dSPACE, MATLAB/Simulink, automation frameworks, and production software while gaining exposure to the complete virtual validation lifecycle. The work directly supports product quality, reliability, and major engineering program commitments.