Pebble is a sustainable living startup defining a new way to live, work and explore from anywhere with a 100% electric, hassle-free RV trailer. Built by a team of experts in both automotive and consumer technology, Pebble combines electrification with cutting-edge automotive technology for a travel trailer experience that removes the hassles RV trailer owners have struggled with for decades.
At Pebble, we are building out the future of lighter, more flexible living. We see a world where your home can be anywhere you want to take it. Pebble blends the best of what it means to be at home, on the road, and off-grid into something useful and magical. This is a collective effort. Our team is dedicated to making not just products, but a lifestyle that is truly sustainable.
If the idea of building out the future sparks your imagination and intersects with your skills, we’d love to meet you.
Role Summary
Role: Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Engineer
Location: Fremont, CA
We are seeking an experienced HIL Engineer to join our dynamic startup in disrupting mobility and living space. This role plays a critical part in the development and testing of complex hardware and software systems by designing, implementing, and maintaining HIL test systems and scripts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hardware and software integration along with simulation, scripting, and testing methodologies.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain HIL test systems for the validation of electronic control units and discrete electronic components such as valves, actuators, LEDs, locks, etc.
- Develop and implement automated test scripts to simulate real-world scenarios and evaluate system and component performance.
- Characterize and validate component and system performance vs requirements to ensure proper functionality.
- Conduct lifecycle reliability tests on various components on bench.
- Conduct fault testing and provide feedback to software teams on test results and improvements.
- Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure accurate representation of physical systems in the testing environment.
- Document HIL test setups, configurations, and procedures.
- Generate detailed test reports on test results, including analysis and recommendations for improvements.
- Manage and maintain HIL Bench BOM to prevent program and testing delays.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience building HIL benches.
- 5+ years of experience developing test automation for automotive systems.
- Proficiency in standard testing methodologies, scripting, and test development environments like Matlab/Simulink, NI, Lab-View along with any required programming languages such as C, C++, or Python.
- Experience interfacing with electronic test equipment such as programmable power supplies and electronic loads.
- Experience interfacing with standard automotive communication protocols such as CAN.
- Knowledge of automotive ECUs such as body controllers, zone controllers, LED controllers, motor drivers, etc.
- Strong debug and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to own HIL systems end to end (conception to test complete).
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work on-site with occasional domestic or international travel (<20%).
- Bonus points for experience defining and building harnesses.
Salary Range - Fremont, CA:
$130,000 - $190,000 USD