System Testing Support ( Automotive Validation Engineer)

Role: System Testing Support Duration: 06 months Location: Bay area, CA - onsite
We are seeking an Automotive Validation Engineer to develop and execute validation activities for ECU power management functions, including Sleep/Wakeup behavior, Reset functionality, and Power Mode transitions. The role involves creating test plans, developing test cases, executing validation, ana_ lyzing issues, and ensuring compliance with system and OEM requirements.
Responsibilities
Create test plans, test cases, and validation reports for ECU Sleep/Wakeup and Reset features.
Validate ECU power state transitions (Run, Sleep, Standby, Wakeup).
Test wakeup sources including CAN, LIN, Ignition, Network Management, and GPIO triggers.
Validate Reset scenarios such as Power-On Reset, Watchdog Reset, Software Reset, and Brown-Out Reset.
Execute testing on ECU benches, HIL setups, and vehicle platforms.
Analyze CAN/LIN traces, debug failures, and perform root cause analysis.
Track defects and collaborate with software, systems, and integration teams.
Support test automation and continuous validation activities.
Required Skills
Experience in automotive ECU validation and testing.
Strong understanding of ECU power modes, Sleep/Wakeup, and Reset behavior.
Hands-on experience with CAN, CAN FD, LIN, and UDS diagnostics.
Proficiency with Vector CANoe/CANalyzer and automotive test tools.
Experience creating test plans, test cases, and validation reports.
Experience in test automation.
Knowledge of AUTOSAR, Network Management, and ECU state management is preferred.
Familiarity with CAPL, Python, or test automation frameworks is a plus.
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Automotive, Computer Engineering, or related field.
Preferred Domain Experience: BCM, Gateway, Telematics, Infotainment, Domain Controller, or Body Electronics ECUs.