Advanced Vehicle Prototyping & Validation Engineer

Mercedes-Benz Group China Ltd.

Mercedes-Benz Group China Ltd., Beijing (Hybrid)

Job Type Full time

Experience Senior

Posted 3 weeks 2 days ago

Hybrid Senior Level

Tasks

Realize and validate innovative vehicle ideas, build end-to-end proof-of-concept prototypes, support supplier development for innovation project implementation, establish and maintain a qualified supplier pool, conduct competitor benchmarking to ensure state-of-the-art solutions, and continuously build specific technical knowledge while collaborating with component BTV for fast problem solving in component development and testing.

Evaluate, realize and validate innovative concepts for vehicle features, user experiences, and software-defined vehicle capabilities.
Design, build, integrate, and test end-to-end proof-of-concept prototypes in real or simulated vehicle environments to demonstrate technical feasibility and user value.
Conduct component-level testing, identify root causes, and propose effective technical solutions in vehicle-based environments to ensure integration progress and quality.
Define validation criteria, document prototype findings, and prepare technical materials and presentations for stakeholders and decision-making support.
Identify and document patentable ideas, novel implementations, and opportunities for innovation during the prototype and validation process.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of hands-on experience in automotive system or component proof-of-concept work, including rapid prototyping, integration, component testing, and problem-solving.
Experience in proof-of-concept realization, innovation project implementation, supplier development, component integration, and validation.
Ability to identify, develop, and manage suppliers for innovation topics and establish a sustainable supplier pool.
Strong awareness of competitor solutions and benchmarking methods, with the ability to derive insights and maintain state-of-the-art technical knowledge.
Fluent in English.
Experience with AI tools is a plus.

Benefits

Benefits include employee events, flextime, possible hybrid work, health benefits, mobility offers, employee discounts, possible parking, an in-house doctor, good public transport, a barrier-free workplace, and a canteen and café.