Test Engineer – Automotive Digital Key (Mountain View, CA)

Technica Engineering GmbH; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full‑time direct-hire

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Flexible scheduling

Hands-on customer projects experience

International team environment

Job summary

Technica Engineering Inc. in Mountain View, CA is seeking a Test Engineer focused on Digital Key technologies. This early-career role offers hands-on exposure to automotive hardware, software, and security-relevant systems on real customer projects.

You will work with modern test environments such as HIL setups, bench tests, and trace analysis, collaborating with customers and internal teams to validate and improve test systems.

Qualifications

• Experience or coursework in automotive hardware/software testing.
• Interest in digital key, connectivity, or security-relevant features.
• Willingness to work on-site in Mountain View, CA with 20–40% travel.

Responsibilities

• Support customer projects in Digital Key and connected vehicle domains.
• Build, configure and maintain HIL and test bench setups.
• Execute manual and automated tests for automotive electronic systems.
• Perform trace analysis, debugging, and issue reproduction.
• Work with customers to set up, troubleshoot and validate test systems.
• Support commissioning of new test racks and ongoing bench maintenance.
• Collaborate with internal development, test and project teams for smooth execution.
• Document test results, issues, and system behavior clearly.

Skills

Hardware testing

Software testing

Trace analysis

Customer collaboration

Education

Electronics Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Tools

HIL systems

Test benches

Logging

Trace tools

Job description

Are you interested in the latest technologies, exciting projects, and a great team that warmly welcomes you in its midst? Perfect. Then come join us!

• You are applying for a position at Technica Engineering Inc in USA.
• Technica Engineering Inc. is part of the Technica Group with currently around 1000 employees worldwide.

About Technica Engineering

Technica Engineering Inc. is a multinational company helping automotive manufacturers and suppliers design, test, and validate connected, intelligent, and safe vehicles. We combine the agility of a startup with the stability of a company that has been growing steadily since 2008. Our teams work at the forefront of in-vehicle networking, connectivity, and security, shaping technologies such as Digital Key, infotainment, and advanced automotive electronics.

Test Engineer – Automotive Digital Key (in Mountain View, CA)

on a permanent employment

About The Role

We are looking for a Test Engineer to join our team in Mountain View, CA, with a strong focus on Digital Key technologies. This role is a great fit for someone early in their career who wants hands‑on exposure to automotive hardware, software, and security‑relevant systems, and who enjoys working close to real customer projects in Silicon Valley. You’ll work with modern automotive test environments, support customer programs, and gain experience across HIL systems, bench setups, trace analysis, and system validation.

What You’ll Do With The Team

• Support customer projects in the Digital Key and connected vehicle domain
• Build, configure, and maintain hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and test bench setups
• Execute manual and automated tests for automotive electronic systems
• Perform trace analysis, debugging, and issue reproduction
• Work directly with customers to set up, troubleshoot, and validate test systems
• Support commissioning of new test racks and ongoing bench maintenance
• Collaborate with internal development, test, and project teams to ensure smooth execution
• Document test results, issues, and system behavior clearly and consistently

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, IT, Telecommunications, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Interest in automotive technology, connected systems, or security‑relevant features
• Basic understanding of hardware/software testing or lab environments
• Willingness to work on‑site and occasionally travel (~20–40%)
• Strong team player with a hands‑on, proactive mindset

What We’re Looking For

This role is well suited for new graduates or early‑career engineers who are motivated to learn and grow in the automotive space.

Nice To Have

• Exposure to embedded systems, networking, or automotive electronics
• Experience from internships, lab projects, or student projects
• Familiarity with test tools, logging, or trace analysis
• Interest in Digital Key, connectivity, or in‑vehicle communication

What We Offer You

• Full-time, direct-hire position with permanent employment in our US based company Technica Engineering Inc.
• Competitive base salary: $80,000 – $140,000, depending on experience
• Bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible scheduling
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Relocation assistance available, if applicable
• Hands‑on experience with real customer projects and production‑relevant systems
• A collaborative, international team environment in Mountain View, CA

Your job at Technica is permanent, and you will make a big impact in the future. Someone with experience from your team will personally and individually accompany you as your coach/mentor from the start. Our internal Technica trainings will prepare you for project deployment and your personal development. The Technica family stands for open and friendly interaction, flat hierarchies, flexible working, employee- and family-friendly working hours, numerous events, delicious coffee, and more.

Work Details

• Location: Mountain View/Palo Alto, CA (relocation required before starting)
• Schedule: Full-time, 8‑hour shift
• Work model: On-site
• existing working permission is required

Our offer will make your heart beat faster

• Exciting, modern technology use cases in the automotive sector (Digital Vehicle Access).
• A motivated expert team with many years of experience.
• High degree of design freedom in enablement: You actively define standards, artifacts, and processes.
• Direct collaboration with customers, partners, and engineering - short distances, high impact.
• You will work with leading technology pioneers and learn from them - we will build your IP know-how and train you to become the next subject matter expert.
• Exceptional work‑life balance:
  • Flextime model - whether you're an early bird or a night owl, you can flexibly organize your workday.
  • Flexible vacation planning - because you know best when you need a break.
  • Home office or office - work where you feel most comfortable, with us up to 50% home office is possible.
• We are multicultural and live an extraordinary DIVERSITY with many nationalities and cultures - fully integrated in everyday work*.
• Customized coaching program for the first months - because your personal support is important to us, we already consider what you should learn before you start to integrate well into the Technica Academy program.
• Wide range of training opportunities through the in‑house training database and the Gamelearn online learning platform - so you can systematically further educate yourself with us.
• Possibility to take on internal roles (e.g., trade shows, recruiting, mentoring) - if you want to get involved beyond your team role.
• A company culture focused on research and development with a clear reinvestment mentality. A company made by engineers and led by engineers.

Our Talent Acquisition Team is looking forward to hearing from you and will gladly answer your questions.

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• Diversity and inclusion are not just trends for us but firmly anchored in our corporate culture. Therefore, we welcome all applications, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin, or sexual identity. We ensure equal opportunities for all candidates throughout the application process and reject any form of discrimination or harassment.