Verification & Validation (HiL) Engineer

Pubblicato il 08-11-2026 · HPE · Modena

Company HPE Group S.p.a Location Modena, Italia Functional Area Research and Development Workplace type On site Compensation Range 35.000, ,00 EUR per year

Company Description

At HPE Group we design high-tech engineering solutions for the automotive, motorsport and advanced systems sectors.

We are a fast-growing company rooted in the Motor Valley of Modena, with a strong focus on innovation.

We believe that the real value of a company lies in its people: skills, passion, curiosity and the desire to challenge themselves every day.

Position

Verification & Validation Expert Engineer

The candidate will join the Verification and Validation team, where they will be responsible for the design, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test benches, as well as managing the test lifecycle and tracking anomalies identified during verification activities.

Responsibilities and Activities

- Design, commission, and operate Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) test benches to support driveline and vehicle system development.
- Define test strategies and plan verification and validation (V&V;) activities.
- Develop test specifications, test cases, and test reports, and manage measurement metrics.
- Manage the test and defect lifecycle, including issue tracking and reporting.
- Perform system, integration, and functional testing on Static Benches and HiL test benches.
- Verify software architectures, interfaces, communication protocols, and diagnostic functionalities,



including CAN, UDS, and J1939.
- Provide technical coordination of test activities and mentor team members.

Requirements

Technical:

- Master’s degree in Automation Engineering or Electronic Engineering.
- Excellent knowledge of Embedded C (MISRA C), MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow, and Python for test automation and validation.
- Experience with communication networks and protocols, including CAN, UDS, and J1939.
- Experience in diagnostics, measurement, and calibration activities, using CAN tools, INCA, or equivalent platforms.
- Experience with requirements management, test and issue tracking, and version control tools, such as Jira, Polarion, Codebeamer, DOORS, and Git.
- Knowledge of ISO 26262, ISO 25119, and Automotive SPICE standards and frameworks.
- Experience in rapid prototyping using platforms and tools such as dSPACE, NI, Vector, ETAS, Speedgoat, or equivalent solutions.

Soft:

- Ability to analyze and break down issues affecting complex mechatronic systems, distinguishing between software, hardware, model-related, and HIL test bench integration anomalies.
- Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned activities, and drive continuous improvement.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills when working with customers, suppliers, and technical stakeholders.

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