Company HPE Group S.p.a Location Modena, Italia Functional Area Research and Development Workplace type On site Compensation Range 35.000,00-45.000,00 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.

📌 Verification & Validation (HiL) Engineer - Modena, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
🏢 HPE
📍 Modena