HIL Validation Engineer

The Opportunity

KPIT Brasil is seeking a HIL Validation Engineer to support the verification and validation of embedded automotive software using NI-based Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) platforms.

In this role, you will develop automated test solutions, execute validation activities, and help ensure the quality and reliability of next-generation automotive systems. Working closely with software, systems, and validation teams, you'll play a key role in delivering robust solutions for global automotive programs.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze software requirements and develop test cases for embedded systems

Create and maintain automated test scripts using NI TestStand and NI LabVIEW

Execute manual and automated HIL testing

Investigate test failures and perform root cause analysis

Support validation of ECU software, firmware, and hardware interfaces

Develop and maintain test procedures, reports, and technical documentation

Participate in peer reviews and cross-functional engineering reviews

Maintain requirements traceability, defect tracking, and configuration management activities

What We’re Looking For

2–5 years of experience in embedded software testing or validation

Hands-on experience with NI LabVIEW and NI TestStand

Experience with manual and automated HIL test environments

Knowledge of embedded systems, firmware, bootloaders, and low-level drivers

Familiarity with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, J1939, UDS, or XCP

Experience troubleshooting hardware and software issues

Understanding of ECU interfaces, including Analog, Digital, PWM, and H-Bridge signals

Experience with test management and traceability tools such as PTC Integrity

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering , Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Nice To Have

Automotive embedded systems experience

Experience with oscilloscopes, debuggers, DMMs, and function generators

Exposure to ASPICE or automotive software development processes

Experience working in globally distributed engineering teams

What We Offer

Hybrid role based in São Paulo, SP

Competitive compensation package

Medical and dental coverage

Competitive VR/VA package

Home Office Support Allowance

Employee Referral Program

Career growth opportunities within KPIT's global engineering network

The chance to contribute to technologies shaping the future of mobility

A nd much more!

About KPIT Brasil

KPIT Brasil is a strategic cornerstone of KPIT's global engineering footprint. As we continue to in the region, we are building a high-impact engineering hub dedicated to the future of mobility.

Our teams work on cutting-edge global projects spanning electrification, autonomous driving, and software-defined vehicles, empowering engineers to solve complex technical challenges and develop technologies that move the world forward.

At KPIT, your work goes beyond testing software - you help build the future of mobility.

NI LabVIEW,NI TestStand,CAN,J1939,UDS,XCP,ECU,PTC INTEGRITY,EMEBEDDED SOFTWARE TESTING OR VALIDATION

EMBEDDED SYSTEMS,DDMS, ASPICE,AUTOSAR