Senior xIL Framework Simulation Engineer
Reference Number: 414668
Posted: 10/14/2026
Job Type: Contract
- Industry: Technology and IT
Our client, a leader in virtual vehicle development, is seeking a Senior xIL Framework Simulation Engineer to join their team. As a Senior xIL Framework Simulation Engineer, you will be part of the xIL Framework, Tools & Simulation organization supporting enterprise virtual validation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical leadership mindset, a passion for building scalable simulation toolchains, and the drive to partner across global engineering teams to standardize high-fidelity xIL capabilities.
Job Title: Senior xIL Framework Simulation Engineer
Location: Auburn Hills, MI (Onsite)
Pay Range:
What's the Job?
- Architect and lead development of scalable xIL frameworks (SiL/HiL/ViL), ensuring modular, configurable, and reusable simulation architectures.
- Drive integration and industrialization of the xIL tool ecosystem, including simulation orchestration/workflow engines, model and artifact lifecycle management, and data pipelines/analytics.
- Define and standardize rest bus simulation environments, leading network simulation models for CAN, Ethernet, LIN, and FlexRay, including accurate representation of missing ECUs and system interactions.
- Establish CI/CD integration strategies for simulation and testing, enabling automated, reliable, and scalable execution (including cloud-based and distributed simulation at scale).
- Partner with global stakeholders across plant modeling, vECU/software development, architecture/integration, and validation/testing to drive enterprise rollout, adoption, training, and risk-aware program execution.
What's Needed?
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- 4+ years of experience in xIL frameworks and virtual validation (MiL/SiL/HiL), simulation toolchains, and system integration.
- Strong expertise in automotive communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, LIN) and rest bus simulation concepts.
- Experience with test automation and CI/CD environments, including version control and branching strategies for complex system integration.
- Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, influence cross-functional teams, and debug complex integrations using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to provide technical leadership in building and scaling enterprise xIL capabilities that enable automated, scalable, high-fidelity virtual validation.
- Chance to define architecture and standards that improve performance, robustness, and reliability across simulation toolchains and platforms.
- Direct impact through reusable libraries and frameworks for signal, timing, and behavior modeling in rest bus simulation.
- Visibility and influence by partnering with global engineering and validation organizations to drive adoption and organizational transformation toward virtual validation.
- A role designed for engineers who enjoy solving complex integration and communication challenges and turning them into standardized, repeatable solutions.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
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