Telematics Validation Engineer – Novi, Michigan – Onsite

Eagle Technology Competence, LLC.; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Michigan seeks a Test Engineer to develop and maintain test cases for telematics systems. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in automotive testing, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and familiarity with Automotive SPICE. The position demands a strong understanding of telematics architecture, embedded Linux, and proficiency in programming languages. This long-term contract role requires legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Test Engineer in Automotive.
• Experience and knowledge in Automotive SPICE – SYS.5 & SWE.6 area.
• Strong hands-on skills in working in embedded Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain system & software test cases for telematics tests.
• Perform and document system integration related tests.
• Communicate test results with stakeholders.

Skills

Automotive SPICE – SYS.5 & SWE.6

Telematics Systems Architecture

Python

C#

Java Script

Embedded Linux

Networking (TCP/IP)

Vector Canoe

Wireshark

Test Methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Systems/Science/Engineering

Tools

Problem Resolution Management Tools

Test Bench Knowledge

Job description

• Development and Maintenance of System & Software Test Cases for Telematics tests.
• Perform / Document System Integration Related Tests.
• Communicate the Test results with the stakeholders.
• Install integrated software packages to hardware; integrate peripherals to infotainment system in (simulated) car environment.
• Define and distribute “Bring Up Instructions” to provide a reproducible system configuration.
• Check and record test result for integrated software functionality test on hardware target.
• Pre‑analyse defects and report System defect tickets found to development teams.
• Integrate and verify fixes on system level and document the result.
• Establish consistency and bilateral traceability of system architectural design to the system integration test specification.
• Ensure compliance to tier one supplier internal & standard test processes (e.g. according to Automotive SPICE – SYS.5 & SWE.6).
• Write test cases and create detailed reports for the testing procedure.
• Provide real time status for the current tasks and report weekly activity.
• Participate in test validation review sessions, weekly meeting, project sync.
• Act according the standards of the automotive industry and in‑car applications.

Education and Experience

• At least 3 years of experience as a Test Engineer in Automotive.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Systems/Science/Engineering.
• Experience and knowledge in Automotive SPICE – SYS.5 & SWE.6 area.
• Experience and knowledge at Telematics Systems Architecture & Telematics Tests.
• Some experience in Programming/Scripting/Automation (one or more languages such as: Python, C#, Java Script).
• Flexibility to collaborate & work with distributed teams across multiple time zones/regions.
• Experience in problem resolution management tools.
• Good knowledge of test methods and development tools.
• Recent experience and strong hands‑on skills in working in embedded Linux environments (Bash commands and scripts, system initialization, application / service management).
• Networking knowledge (TCP/IP, Capturing packages, NAT, Bridge, P2P).
• Experience with data analysis, logging & tracing tools/HW (E.g: Vector Canoe, Wireshark).
• Good English communication skills both written and verbal.
• HW setup/Test Bench knowledge.
• Good knowledge and understanding of the different Telematics domains like OTA, GNSS, E‑Call, Positioning, 4G/5G, Wifi.
• Understanding about diagnosis topics of a vehicle and about diagnostic communication protocols used in electronic control units.

Candidates applying for positions must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. This is a long‑term contract position with our OEM customer.