Senior Electrical Engineer Autonomous Vehicle Systems/ NAV

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

Develop, plan, integrate, and deploy autonomous vehicle systems with a focus on electronics and electrical architecture, installation, setup, configuration, and maintenance. Conducts calibration, diagnosis, debugging, root cause analysis, repair, and/or replacement of computer hardware, sensors, electronics, and electrical systems in complex vehicle environments. Collaborates with international colleagues on system EE design and layout. Responsible for Software Tankstelle, Supports Dangerous Goods shipments, the HV program In Atlanta and workshop coordination.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, integrate, install, maintain, test, debug, and repair prototype autonomous vehicle electrical and electronic systems (computer hardware, sensors, vehicle interfaces, power distribution, etc.). Conduct root cause analyses and document findings.

• Collaborate and coordinate with colleagues in Germany or other countries on system architecture, design, configuration, modification, repair, replacement, and technical investigations of electrical and electronic components of autonomous systems.

• Support real world testing of autonomous systems and driver assistance systems including measurement data handling.

• Plan and track progress of electrical/electronic tasks using agile development processes.

• Plan, provision, and execute Softwaretankstelle functions to maintain prototype vehicles and their associated ECUs with software updates.

• Lead ADAS technicians with software and mechanical development.

• Coordinate and track dangerous goods shipments. Ensure compliance with government regulations.

• Manage the workshop coordination and be a point of contact between the engineers and the workshop.

• Serve as ESC site lead in the ATC workshop.
   

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: $114,105 - $131,791.

Required Qualifications

Degree:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or equivalent level of work experience

Skills:

• Able to install, integrate, modify, and maintain prototype electronic and electrical systems in research vehicles and test benches
• Able to build and verify cable assemblies and wire harnesses
• Able to troubleshoot prototype computer, sensor, power, and in-vehicle systems, possibly using diagnostics equipment to determine faults and fix them
• Able to operate and interpret electronics test equipment, including oscilloscope, digital multimeter, AC and DC power supplies, soldering station, and other lab equipment
• Cooperative, responsible, diligent, and supportive team member
• Able to supervise and/or mentor interns and less experienced team members on electrical or electronics related tasks

Other Licenses or Certifications Required:

• Valid US driver’s license
• Autonomous vehicle driver certification (desired)
• High voltage certification (desired)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced with Mercedes-Benz vehicles and diagnostic systems, including CAN, CAN FD, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet bus technologies.
• Ability to interpret vehicle and autonomous system architectures, schematics, and system diagrams.
• Familiarity with electronic parts and ordering.
• Strong team player. 
• Good organizational skills.
• Experience with building electronics/electrical systems
• Experience working with automotive systems
• Prefer to work in a collaborative team environment
• Responsible, diligent, reliable, and proactive work ethic
• Willingness to learn and drive to consistently produce excellent results

• Familiarity with agile development processes

   

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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