About the role
MBRDNA · Onsite
At Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America (MBRDNA), we are committed to delivering world-class automotive technologies that push the boundaries of what is possible. Our teams of highly skilled engineers and designers use cutting-edge software and technology, to enhance the driving experience and reduce environmental impact.
Join our Autonomous Driving team and help shape the next generation of automated driving technologies. We collaborate closely with leading US technology partners such as Google and NVIDIA, as well as our global engineering teams in Germany, to deliver cutting-edge hardware and software systems.
As a Vehicle Integration Engineer, you will support the V&V team by ensuring test vehicle software conformity and uptime. Additionally, you will collaborate with the validation team and telematics pre-integration teams to support their testing.
Relocation assistance (domestic or international) is not provided for this position.
Job Responsibilities:
SW Integration for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
- Debug integration issues, perform system analysis and performance evaluation.
- Execute the provided standard tests (pre drive test, health checks ...), analyze the results and address the bugs to the internal and external development partners.
- Implement and execute the test cases. Analyze test results and report corresponding bugs into tracking system.
Maintaining and updating test vehicles to the latest SW/HW levels
- Update and maintain SW and HW on dedicated test vehicles to both released and pre-released levels. The ability to flash ECUs, calibrate sensors, and perform ECU readouts is required.
- Troubleshoot software builds together with systems integration team and software developers
- Update and maintain the vehicle measurement equipment to always ensure proper operation.
- Utilize experience in advanced troubleshooting of complex CAN/Flexray/Ethernet based network architectures
- Create and support workshop orders required for more involved ECU/HW updates.
Communication and Reporting
- Keep regular communication with internal and external departments in order to stay informed on regularly shifting timelines related to all previously mentioned tasks.
- Maintain vehicle scheduling and track hardware and software availability in order to complete tasks on time and minimize vehicle down time.
- Support other engineering teams as needed and to stay informed of feature development, issues, and release status for AD/ADAS systems.
Other responsibilities
- Debug integration issues, perform system analysis and performance evaluation.
- Execute the provided standard tests (pre drive test, health checks ...), analyze the results and address the bugs to the internal and external development partners.
- Implement and execute the test cases. Analyze test results and report corresponding bugs into tracking system.
Maintaining and updating test vehicles to the latest SW/HW levels
- Update and maintain SW and HW on dedicated test vehicles to both released and pre-released levels. The ability to flash ECUs, calibrate sensors, and perform ECU readouts is required.
- Troubleshoot software builds together with systems integration team and software developers
- Update and maintain the vehicle measurement equipment to always ensure proper operation.
- Utilize experience in advanced troubleshooting of complex CAN/Flexray/Ethernet based network architectures
- Create and support workshop orders required for more involved ECU/HW updates.
Communication and Reporting
- Keep regular communication with internal and external departments in order to stay informed on regularly shifting timelines related to all previously mentioned tasks.
- Maintain vehicle scheduling and track hardware and software availability in order to complete tasks on time and minimize vehicle down time.
- Support other engineering teams as needed and to stay informed of feature development, issues, and release status for AD/ADAS systems.
Other responsibilities
- Systematically test and evaluate the performance of AD/ADAS systems, with a focus on US-market specific conditions. Collect measurement data to identify, analyze, and document potential issues found during testing.
- Develop testing strategies and planning for ADAS testing projects, test routes, test methods, and reporting.
- Establish performance metrics relating to key ADAS testing deliverables and track on a recurring basis.
- Support budget planning and updates with customer departments.
- Support other engineering teams with vehicle testing and system knowledge when requested.
- Actively work on process development and continuous improvement.
- Align and share project status and testing results with other international testing sites.
- Research US specific traffic environment and condition related to Automated Driving and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
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This position may involve access to export-controlled technology, hardware, or software under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 C.F.R. Parts 730-774 and possibly technical data, defense articles and defense services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130. As such, Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America may be required to obtain an export license or authorization in accordance with United States law.
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. MBRDNA was honored as one of the "Best Places to Work" by BuiltIn in January 2024, a testament to our commitment to creating an exceptional work environment. At each of our offices, we foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning, ensuring every team member can thrive and innovate.
Benefits for Full-Time* Employees Include:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
• 401(k) with employer match
• Up to 15 company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (flexible time off for salaried employees), sick time, and parental leave
• Tuition assistance program
• Wellness/Fitness reimbursement programs
* 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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