Vehicle Engineer

Description HP Tuners LLC is a global leader in the automotive aftermarket, developing hardware and software for vehicle calibration. HP Tuners is seeking a Vehicle Engineer to join our team onsite in Buffalo Grove, IL. The Vehicle Engineer will be responsible for maintaining, updating, and adding vehicle support and features to VCM Suite, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to conduct simulations and hands-on testing to improve software functionality and efficiency.

Employment Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. HP Tuners is not currently offering employment-based visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future. This position reports to the Associate Director of Vehicle Engineering.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain and update in-house software to ensure optimal performance and functionality. Reverse engineer various automotive binary files. Map vehicle calibration parameters. Apply automotive programming tools and software. Modify, debug, and troubleshoot applications to peak efficiency and reliability. Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure seamless software-hardware integration.

Support software validation and verification efforts, ensuring compliance with automotive safety standards.

Requirements

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND COMPETENCIES Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in computer science or electrical engineering. Engine and transmission operation. Automotive Programming Tools or Software. Automotive communications protocols. Familiar with Assembly languages (x86, PPC, Tri-core). Familiar with programming languages: C#, C++, Python.

IDA Pro, Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work autonomously on projects. Good problem-solving skills. Physical Requirements Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and work at a desk and computer for prolonged periods of time.

Please Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of HP Tuners.

Compensation

and Benefits At HP Tuners LLC, we understand that compensation plays a key role when considering a new opportunity. We are dedicated to ensuring fair pay for all employees and continually work towards greater transparency in our compensation practices. The estimated base salary range for this position is $80,000 – $90,000, with actual pay determined including factors such as location, skills, experience, and other relevant considerations.

This position also qualifies for a discretionary bonus and a complete benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, paid time off (PTO), and a 401(k) program with employer matching. HP Tuners LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.

HP Tuners LLC does not use AI (Artificial Intelligence) to make decisions in the hiring process. If AI (Artificial Intelligence) is utilized, HP Tuners LLC will include a disclaimer in the relevant job posting.