Jobs · Quality Assurance · Illinois

Embedded Systems Verification Engineer [HIL/SIL]

Cintal, Inc. · Chillicothe, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteQuality AssuranceFull-time

About the role

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; we are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software solutions for control systems and electronic products.
  • Create and execute Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test plans, test cases, and functional validation tests.
  • Design and implement automated testing frameworks and scripts using Python, C++, and related tools.
  • Perform software verification and validation activities to ensure compliance with functional and customer requirements.
  • Analyze test results, troubleshoot software defects, and support root cause investigations.
  • Work with MATLAB/Simulink models for system development, integration, and testing.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including software, systems, hardware, and product engineering throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Prepare technical documentation, validation reports, and test procedures.
  • Support continuous improvement of software quality, reliability, and testing processes.
  • Participate in design reviews and contribute to the development of robust embedded control systems.
  • Ensure adherence to software development, testing, and industry standards.
  • Support product releases by providing verification, validation, and technical support expertise.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Master’s degree preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience in embedded software development, verification, and validation.
  • Experience with embedded control systems, ECU development, or real‑time software applications.
  • Hands‑on experience with Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SIL) and Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) testing environments.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for modeling, simulation, and validation activities.
  • Experience developing automated test scripts using Python, C++, or similar programming languages.
  • Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC), software verification, and validation methodologies.
  • Experience with debugging, root cause analysis, and defect resolution in embedded systems.
  • Familiarity with automotive, industrial, off‑highway, or heavy equipment control systems is preferred.
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

  • Embedded Software Development and Debugging
  • Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SIL) and Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) Testing
  • MATLAB/Simulink Modeling and Simulation
  • Python Programming for Test Automation and Validation
  • C/C++ Programming
  • Embedded Control Systems and ECU Development
  • Software Verification & Validation (V&V)
  • Test Case Development, Execution, and Documentation

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