Drive Systems – Thermal Management Function Engineer

Mercedes-Benz Group China Ltd.

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

Job Type Full-time

Posted 1 month ago

Hybrid

Tasks

Objectives: Calibrate and optimize the thermal management functions on the central powertrain controller (CDCC / central driving and charging controller), including the thermal management operational strategy, actuator control, control parameters, and thermal target achievement for coolant circuits and air path systems. This will be the focus of the role.

Develop and own functional concepts for vehicle thermal management, including coolant circuit logic, thermal operating strategy, actuator coordination, and system interaction.
Define and manage system requirements, use cases, interfaces, and release criteria for thermal management functions, including interaction with HV battery, eDrive, charging system, thermal comfort, and supporting vehicle systems.
Plan, execute, and evaluate validation and release activities for calibrated thermal management functions based on thermal load cases, derating limits, cooling performance targets, and system test results.
Lead technical alignment with cross-domain stakeholders, including battery, eDrive, charging, HVAC, software, validation, integration, and suppliers, for issue resolution, concept optimization, and implementation maturity.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
Working experience in automotive or component development, preferably focused on vehicle thermal management, thermal systems, coolant circuits, thermal operational strategy, actuator control, functional strategy calibration, system validation, thermal testing, load case execution, and data analysis.
Good understanding of coolant circuits, chiller-based battery cooling, PTC-based battery heating, air path concepts, heat exchangers, fan/shutter systems, and thermal component protection principles.
Experience using calibration tools such as ETAS INCA, CANape, and standard automotive measurement equipment.
Familiarity with model-based development, such as MATLAB/Simulink.
Experience working with requirements specifications, function models, system interfaces, load case matrices, and validation/release documents.
Good understanding of vehicle electrical systems, E/E architectures, and communication protocols including CAN and LIN.
Proficiency in interpreting and developing system requirements, use cases, and functional specifications.
Excellent English communication skills, written and verbal.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

Strong cross-functional collaboration skills in global and multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to structure complex technical topics and drive them from requirement definition to release.
Proven ability to drive innovation and contribute to technology roadmaps.
Well-structured working habits and ability to actively follow up on tasks with minimal supervision.
Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset in technical and workflow efficiency.
Ability to see the big picture, prioritize tasks, and assess project risks and impacts.
Willingness to share knowledge, mentor others, and contribute to a learning-oriented team culture.
Strong drive for excellence and a proactive attitude toward achieving team success.
High sense of responsibility, ownership, and commitment to delivering quality results.