Ecu Test Engineer

About the Job You’re Considering

As an ECU White Box & Stress Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in validating advanced automotive Electronic Control Units (ECUs) such as High-Performance Computers (HPC) and Zonal Controllers. This position involves deep hardware-level testing, embedded debugging, and stress analysis to ensure reliability and compliance with automotive standards. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to design, implement, and troubleshoot Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) systems, wiring harnesses, and load boxes, while leveraging your expertise in electronic circuits, automotive communication protocols, and wireless technologies.

• Perform white‑box testing on automotive ECUs, including HPC and Zonal Computers.
• Debug embedded code and conduct register‑level diagnostics for SOCs/MCUs.
• Design and troubleshoot HIL systems using platforms like dSPACE and ETAS.
• Develop and validate wiring harnesses and load boxes for HIL setups.
• Utilize tools such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers for hardware testing.
• Execute stress tests and analyze data to establish pass/fail criteria.
• Work with automotive network protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and diagnostic tools (CANoe, VT Studio).
• Validate wireless communication technologies (NFC, UWB, Wi‑Fi) used in automotive systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communication, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET‑accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive EE hardware white‑box testing.
• Strong knowledge of electronic circuits, components, and systems.
• Ability to read and interpret circuit board schematics and semiconductor datasheets.
• Proficiency in embedded code debugging and register‑level diagnostics.
• Hands‑on experience with HIL systems (dSPACE, ETAS) and related electrical design.
• Expertise in automotive communication protocols and diagnostic tools.
• Familiarity with wireless technologies used in automotive applications.
• Experience in statistical analysis for stress testing and reliability validation.

Capgemini supports all aspects of your well‑being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer:

• Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well‑being programs
• Financial well‑being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation
• Social well‑being benefits like subsidized back‑up child/elder care and tutoring
• Mentoring, coaching and learning programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Disaster Relief

World leader in engineering and R&D services, Capgemini Engineering combines its broad industry knowledge and cutting‑edge technologies in digital and software to support the convergence of the physical and digital worlds. Coupled with the capabilities of the rest of the Group, it helps clients to accelerate their journey towards Intelligent Industry. Capgemini Engineering has more than 55,000 engineer and scientist team members in over 30 countries across sectors including Aeronautics, Space, Defense, Naval, Automotive, Rail, Infrastructure & Transportation, Energy, Utilities & Chemicals, Life Sciences, Communications, Semiconductor & Electronics, Industrial & Consumer, Software & Internet.

Capgemini Engineering is an integral part of the Capgemini Group, a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology for an inclusive and sustainable future.

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. 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.

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