Telematics Test Engineer - (TCU)

Telematics Test Engineer - (TCU) at Global Connect Technologies Telematics Test Engineer - (TCU) at Global Connect Technologies in Columbus, Indiana Posted in 5 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

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