Associate Electronics & Semiconductor Technician

Capgemini Engineering; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering in Irvine, CA is seeking an Associate Electronics & Semiconductor Technician to join the Automotive Engineering team. The role focuses on hands-on bench testing, ECU validation, and troubleshooting Infotainment and Telematics systems.

You will set up test benches, develop functional test cases, validate ECU features, and collaborate with Hardware, Software, System Engineering, and QA teams to ensure high-quality automotive electronics.

Qualifications

• Hands-on electronics bench testing experience in automotive or similar environment.
• Experience with ECU testing and validation.
• Knowledge of Infotainment and Telematics systems.
• Familiarity with automotive protocols CAN/LIN/Ethernet.
• Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with HiL test benches or similar setups.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench-level testing and validation of Infotainment and Telematics ECUs.
• Set up and maintain test benches, validation environments, and lab equipment.
• Develop, execute, and document functional test cases from system requirements.
• Validate Infotainment features (audio, multimedia, connectivity, navigation, UI).
• Perform Telematics testing including network connectivity and vehicle comms.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and track issues to closure.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues using diagnostic tools.
• Conduct electrical measurements, signal analysis, and fault isolation.
• Read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.

Skills

Electronics testing

ECU testing

Infotainment

Telematics

Automotive protocols

Test instruments

Schematics reading

ECU flashing

HiL testing

UI/UX testing

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Job description

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.

Location

This is an onsite role in Irvine, CA

About the job you’re considering:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Associate Electronics & Semiconductor Technician to join our Automotive Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in electronics bench testing, ECU validation, and troubleshooting of Infotainment and Telematics systems. The role involves executing functional testing, validating ECU features, identifying defects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality automotive electronic systems.

Your Role:

• Perform bench-level testing and validation of Infotainment and Telematics ECUs.
• Set up and maintain test benches, validation environments, and laboratory equipment.
• Develop, execute, and document functional test cases based on system requirements.
• Validate Infotainment features such as audio, multimedia, connectivity, navigation, and user interfaces.
• Perform Telematics testing including network connectivity, communication modules, and vehicle communication systems.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and track issues through closure.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues using diagnostic and measurement tools.
• Perform electrical measurements, signal analysis, and fault isolation activities.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and circuit documentation.
• Support ECU flashing, software updates, configuration, and integration activities.
• Conduct root cause analysis and collaborate with development teams to drive issue resolution.
• Support regression testing for software releases and feature enhancements.
• Prepare test reports, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with Hardware, Software, System Engineering, and Quality Assurance teams to resolve technical issues.

Your skills and experience:

• Strong hands‑on experience in electronics bench testing / ECU testing
• Good understanding of Infotainment and Telematics systems
• Knowledge of automotive protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)
• Experience using test instruments (multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams
• Basic knowledge of ECU flashing / diagnostics tools
• Basic knowledge of electronics principles.
• Basic knowledge of Ohm's Law, voltage, current, resistance, and circuit analysis.
• Ability to identify and understand basic electronic components including:
• Resistors
• Capacitors
• Inductors
• Diodes
• Transistors
• Integrated Circuits (ICs)
• Experience with HiL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) testing or test benches
• Exposure to Infotainment UI/UX testing, audio/video validation, connectivity features

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $43,948 - $105,600/Year

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non‑negotiable benefits package to all regular, full‑time employees.

In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice:

Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.