Specialist HIL Infrastructure / HIL Modelling

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## What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
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## Group Summary:
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Job Responsibilities:

Job title:

Specialist HIL Infrastructure / HIL Modelling

Job Introduction:

Design, build, and maintain dSPACE-based and Vector VT based HIL test benches for automotive ECU validation.

Major Responsibilities:

- Develop and integrate HIL infrastructure components including wiring harnesses, load boxes, signal conditioning modules, sensors, and actuators.
- Configure and commission HIL systems for Powertrain, eDrive, and vehicle control applications.
- Create and maintain plant models using MATLAB/Simulink and Stateflow.
- Develop, configure, and integrate ASAM vehicle models for HIL simulations.
- Configure and manage dSPACE Configuration Desk, Bus Manager, and related HIL infrastructure tools.
- Configure cybersecurity-related communication features such as: End-to-End (E2E) Protection
- Secure Onboard Communication (SecOC)
- Secure communication validation and troubleshooting

- Develop, execute, and maintain automated test environments using Control Desk and ECU-TEST.
- Support software integration, debugging, benchmarking, and issue resolution activities within the HIL environment.
- Work closely with software, system, cybersecurity, and validation teams to ensure complete test coverage.
- Maintain HIL bench documentation, configurations, and version-controlled artifacts.

- Ensure requirements traceability and compliance with project and customer processes.

Skills and competencies:

Modeling & Simulation

- Strong experience with: MATLAB/Simulink
- Stateflow
- Plant modeling for automotive systems
- ASAM vehicle models and simulation frameworks

dSPACE Toolchain

- Hands-on expertise in: dSPACE Configuration Desk
- Bus Manager
- ControlDesk
- SCALEXIO or equivalent dSPACE HIL platforms
- Real-time simulation environments

Vector VT Bench

- Vector VT System HIL Bench Development
- CANoe Configuration & Simulation
- Rest Bus Simulation (RBS) Development
- CANoe DLL Development & Integration
- vTESTstudio Test Automation

Automotive Communication & Cybersecurity

- Good understanding of: CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Automotive Ethernet
- UDS diagnostics
- E2E Protection mechanisms
- Secure Onboard Communication (SecOC)
- Communication network validation and troubleshooting

Test Automation & Validation

- Experience using: ECU-TEST
- dSPACE ControlDesk

Process & Engineering Tools

- Hands-on experience with: PTC
- ALM
- IBM DOORS

- Understanding of: Requirements management
- Change management
- Configuration management
- Requirements traceability

Educational Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in electrical/electronics, or a related technical field is mandatory.

Work experience:

4 to 12 years of professional experience working in the relevant field.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

Maintains safe work practices, complies with Magna H&S requirements, and participates in training and hazard reporting.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

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AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent

Group:
Magna Powertrain