Engineer, AD/ADAS Vehicle Integration

Tasks

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.

Position Overview

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.

Job Responsibilities

Software integration for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

• Debug integration issues, perform system analysis and performance evaluation.
• Execute standard tests, analyze results, and address bugs with internal and external development partners.
• Implement and execute test cases, analyze test results, and report bugs in the tracking system.

Maintaining and updating test vehicles

• Update and maintain software and hardware on dedicated test vehicles to released and pre-released levels.
• Flash ECUs, calibrate sensors, and perform ECU readouts.
• Troubleshoot software builds with systems integration teams and software developers.
• Maintain vehicle measurement equipment and ensure proper operation.
• Troubleshoot complex CAN, FlexRay, and Ethernet-based network architectures.
• Create and support workshop orders for ECU and hardware updates.

Communication and reporting

• Communicate with internal and external departments regarding shifting timelines.
• Maintain vehicle scheduling and track hardware and software availability to minimize vehicle downtime.
• Support engineering teams and stay informed about feature development, issues, and release status for AD/ADAS systems.

Other Responsibilities

• Test and evaluate AD/ADAS system performance under US-market-specific conditions.
• Collect measurement data and document potential issues.
• Develop testing strategies, planning, test routes, test methods, and reporting for ADAS projects.
• Establish and track performance metrics for ADAS testing deliverables.
• Support budget planning and updates.
• Support vehicle testing and system knowledge needs of other engineering teams.
• Contribute to process development and continuous improvement.
• Share project status and testing results with international testing sites.
• Research US-specific traffic environments and conditions related to automated driving and ADAS.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, such as mechanical, computer, computer science, mechatronics, or electrical engineering.
• Three or more years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of automated driving and driver assistance systems, competitor systems, and AD/ADAS sensor technologies.
• Strong knowledge of system testing, functional ADAS testing, and test-case development.
• Understanding of vehicle development processes and vehicle networking architectures including CAN and FlexRay.
• Experience with diagnostic tools and measurement systems such as CANoe and DTS Monaco.
• Experience with Linux and basic programming proficiency for vehicle scripts.
• Ability to coordinate vehicle updates, testing, and reporting across multiple departments.
• Ability to organize people, budgets, logistics, and workshop tasks and participate in or lead test-drive groups.
• Experience working in an intercultural environment; German language skills are favored.
• Ability to travel up to 30%, including domestic and international business trips and test drives.
• Ability to periodically lift up to 25 pounds.
• Valid US driver's license, clean driving record, and three years of licensed driving experience.

Why Should You Apply?

MBRDNA creates digital ecosystems around cars and fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. MBRDNA was honored as one of the Best Places to Work by BuiltIn in January 2024.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Up to 15 company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off, sick time, and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Wellness and fitness reimbursement programs.

MBRDNA is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workforce.