Embedded in a worldwide network Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America continuously strives to remain at the forefront of successful automotive research and development. MBRDNA is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with key areas of Autonomous Driving, Advanced Interaction Design, Digital User Experience, Machine Learning, Customer Research, and Open Innovation. In Farmington Hills, Michigan, the focus is on Powertrain and eDrive technology as well as in Long Beach, where the teams test durability of the latest driver assistant and telematic systems. The Digital Hub in Seattle focusses on developing a cloud architecture and building out the cloud platform for the next generation of connected car services. The Testing and Regulatory Affairs Division in Ann Arbor and the Advanced Vehicle Design in Carlsbad complete the competence center.

This position is for a R&D vehicle release update Engineer in Ann Arbor to support all hardware and software release updates necessary to fully update and flash test and certification vehicles to the correct Software and Hardware release level.

That includes vehicle diagnostics, trouble shooting and the commissioning of all systems to ensure correct functionality after an update has been completed. Help coordinate and perform the Powertrain and EE Integration validation testing activities after each update sequence and report issues to car lines and to issue coordinators for each functional area.

The candidate for this role will work with technicians and engineers together to support different projects within Mercedes-Benz Research and Development in North America. Key responsibilities of this role are supporting organizing, coordinating, and performing vehicle updates on a technical level utilizing inhouse Mercedes-Benz tools.

Job Responsibilities:

• Identifying required updates, obtaining required hardware and software from counterparts within Mercedes-Benz AG, tracking HW availability timing and delivery timing to assure timely vehicle completion.
• Generating work orders for local workshops to update hardware and wiring as needed, and coordinate with diagnostic experts and functional teams to perform software updates and ensure intended system functionality.
• Maintain and update a vehicle and recourse scheduling plan in collaboration with car lines, the certification team and other MBRDNA functional areas to ensure prototypes and test cars are available in time for powertrain and release update deadlines and validation test.

• For hardware coordination, this role is responsible to keep frequent communication with Mercedes-Benz AG counterparts, mainly in Germany, with confirmation of appropriate hardware levels, part availability, shipping, and delivery status.

• Actively work on process development and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (mechanical, computer, computer science, mechatronics, electrical, etc)
• 0-2 years of experience.
• Organizational Skills: ability to budget, logistics, data, parts and workshop workflows within MBRDNA, as well as with the customer departments, functional teams, and contacts in Germany. Ability to support MBRDNA workshops through advanced troubleshooting procedures.

• Automotive Development Knowledge: understanding of vehicle development process, system development process, liability and quality requirements, knowledge of automobile technology, vehicle electrical and onboard communication architecture, assembly structure, modules and parts. Comprehensive knowledge of vehicle functions.

• Knowledge of common measurement and diagnostic tools (CANalyzer, CANape, DTS Monaco, Diagmera) and ability to analyze and interpret test and diagnostic data. Knowledge of ECU HW/SW functionality as part of a vehicle system.

• Analytic or systems engineering knowledge: Ability to learn troubleshooting strategies of complex CAN/LIN/Flexray etc. vehicle systems in order to identify issues, analyze and determine failure root causes to evaluate and guide solutions and repair actions of test vehicle and prototype vehicle problems.

• Interpersonal and Team skills: Experience in intercultural environment, German language skills favored to read and understand project requirements and communicate with counterparts in Germany. Must be able to independently build up working relationships with intra-company expert departments in Germany, Austria, and North America in order to address all hardware and software topics.

• Project Management Skills: Ability to independently generate plans and identify milestones necessary to reach individual and overall project targets.
• Valid US Driver’s license
• Ability to test drive vehicles

• Previous experience with Mercedes- Benz vehicles
• German language skills, written and spoken
• Familiar with vehicle troubleshooting, Mercedes-Benz AG diagnostic tools, project management.
• Master's degree with emphasis in Mechanical, Computer, Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.

The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, job-related education, skills, and experience, geographic location, and market conditions. The current salary range for this position is as follows and may be modified in the future: $43/hr - $48/hr . 

Why should you apply?

Here at MBRDNA, you create digital ecosystems around cars, you design a language between humans and machines, you make a car even more intelligent - you make the new reality for cars. We have an open and flexible environment to allow you to push boundaries, join MBRDNA and design your future.

Benefits for Full-Time* Employees Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families

• 401(k) with employer match

• Up to 18 company-paid holidays

• Paid time off (unlimited for salaried employees), sick time, and parental leave

• Tuition assistance program

• Wellness/Fitness reimbursement programs

• Vehicle lease subsidy or company car (for eligible employees only)

* Internships & Contractors excluded from Full-Time Employee benefits

MBRDNA is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workforce. MBRDNA only accepts resumes from approved agencies who have a valid Agency Agreement on file. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, MBRDNA employees, or send to any MBRDNA location. MBRDNA is not responsible for any fees or claims related to receipt of unsolicited resumes.

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