Telematics Test Engineer - (TCU)

Global Connect Technologies
Columbus, IN

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Connected Vehicle Test Engineer to validate telematics systems and ensure seamless vehicle connectivity. The role involves end-to-end testing of telematics control units (TCUs), vehicle communication systems, and integration with backend platforms and mobile applications.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Test and validate Telematics Control Units (TCU) and connected vehicle features
  • Verify functionalities such as GPS, eCall/bCall, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular communication (2G/3G/4G/5G)
  • Perform end-to-end testing across vehicle systems, backend servers, and mobile applications
  • Execute and validate Over-the-Air (OTA) software update test cases
  • Conduct regression, sanity, and smoke testing to ensure system stability
  • Analyze logs using tools such as CAN loggers, network analyzers, and packet capture tools
  • Work with automotive and communication protocols including CAN, LIN, Ethernet, MQTT, and HTTP/HTTPS
  • Identify, document, and track defects using defect management tools (e.g., JIRA, ALM)
  • Collaborate closely with developers, system engineers, and validation teams for issue resolution
  • Perform field testing and vehicle-level validation when required

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, or related field
  • Strong understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)
  • Experience in telematics, connected vehicles, or embedded systems testing
  • Knowledge of wireless technologies (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular networks)
  • Hands-on experience with debugging and log analysis tools
  • Familiarity with OTA updates and backend integration testing
  • Experience with defect tracking and test management tools
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

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