Software Innovation Lab Engineer

Software Innovation Lab Engineer HRU Tech - 5.0 Sterling Heights, MI Job Details Contract $40 - $45 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Electro-mechanical components Equipment troubleshooting Windows VLAN Bachelor's degree Wiring harnesses Linux Cross-functional collaboration Linux administration Sensors PowerShell Shell Scripting Cross-functional communication Engineering validation

Full Job Description Software Innovation Lab Engineer Location:

Sterling Heights, MI Pay Rate:

$40$45/hour (W2) Position Overview We are seeking a hands-on Software Innovation Lab Engineer to support advanced integration, simulation, and testing activities within a cutting-edge engineering lab environment. This role will focus on maintaining and optimizing hardware and software test systems used for system integration, validation, and troubleshooting of complex electromechanical platforms. The ideal candidate will have experience working in lab-based engineering environments with strong exposure to networking, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems, Linux/Windows administration, and system-level troubleshooting. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical issues and collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams. Key Responsibilities Lab Integration & Test Support Design, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot engineering lab and integration test environments Support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems and simulation platforms Configure and validate communication interfaces between simulation systems and devices under test (DUTs) Troubleshoot and repair cables, harnesses, and other lab hardware components Support integration and testing efforts for both local and remote engineering teams System Diagnostics & Troubleshooting Analyze and troubleshoot system-level issues using diagnostic tools and system logs including: Windows Event Viewer syslog dmesg Debug complex electromechanical systems including: Sensor interfaces Actuator interfaces Network-connected devices Utilize multimeters and other diagnostic equipment for circuit troubleshooting Investigate and resolve serial communication and network connectivity issues Networking & Infrastructure Support Configure and maintain networking infrastructure including: VLANs Ethernet connectivity Managed switch configurations Administer Linux and Windows systems within lab environments Utilize shell scripting and PowerShell for automation and troubleshooting tasks Support servers, virtualization systems, and storage infrastructure as needed Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in a STEM-related discipline Minimum 2+ years of relevant engineering or lab integration experience Strong understanding of: Computer networking fundamentals VLAN configuration and switching concepts Linux and Windows operating systems Experience working with: Linux terminal environments Windows command-line tools Shell scripting and PowerShell Experience configuring and validating:

RS-232/422/485

communication interfaces CAN communication Ethernet-based systems Hands-on experience troubleshooting: Electro-mechanical systems Cable and harness assemblies Sensor and actuator interfaces Strong communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional engineering environments Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree in: Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Software Engineering Computer Science Experience with: NI TestStand Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems Real-time simulation environments Wireshark or tcpdump Network protocol analysis Familiarity with: C/C++ Firmware modification Automated test scripting Knowledge of communication protocols including:

CAN LIN MIL-STD-1553 ARINC 429

Understanding of Ethernet technologies including: 10/100/1000 Mbps VLAN tagging QoS Experience supporting: Rack servers Virtualization platforms Datacenter or home-lab infrastructure System-level test execution and reporting Additional Information Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance This role offers exposure to advanced simulation, integration, and testing technologies in a highly collaborative engineering environment Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veterans #HRUProfessional