Release Update Engineer - Ann Arbor, MI

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 enhanc ...

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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.

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development, North America Inc. is seeking a Release Update Engineer to coordinate all hardware and software release updates necessary to fully update and flash test vehicles to the correct release level. The engineer will be responsible for completing the commissioning of all systems to ensure correct functionality after an update has been completed. They will help coordinate and perform the EE Integration validation testing activities after each update sequence and report issues to car lines and to issue coordinators for each functional area.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. (If you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee or refugee, sponsorship is not required to work in the United States.)

Relocation assistance (domestic or international) is not provided for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Key responsibilities of this role are organizing, coordinating, and performing vehicle updates on a technical level utilizing tools such as Monaco & SoftwareTankstelle.
• These responsibilities include:
• Identifying required updates, obtaining required hardware and software from counterparts within Mercedes-Benz R&D, tracking HW availability timing and delivery timing to assure timely vehicle completion.
• Generating work orders for local workshops to update hardware and wiring as needed, and coordinate with diagnostic experts and functional teams to perform software updates and ensure intended system functionality.
• Maintain and update a vehicle scheduling plan in collaboration with car lines and other MBRDNA functional areas to ensure prototypes and test cars are available in time for release update deadlines and validation test drives.
• For hardware coordination, this role is responsible to keep frequent communication with Mercedes-Benz R&D counterparts, mainly in Germany, with confirmation of appropriate hardware levels, part availability, shipping, and delivery status.
• Actively work on process development, continuous improvement and the usage of possible Artificial Intelligence tools.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (mechanical, computer, robotics, mechatronics, electrical, etc) *required
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Organizational and Leadership Skills: ability to organize people, budget, logistics, data, parts and workshop workflows within MBRDNA, as well as with the customer departments, functional teams, and management in Germany. Ability to lead MBRDNA workshops through advanced troubleshooting procedures.
• Automotive Development Knowledge: Good understanding of vehicle development process, system development process, liability and quality requirements, knowledge of automobile technology, vehicle electrical and onboard communication architecture, assembly structure, modules and parts. Comprehensive knowledge of vehicle functions.
• Knowledge of common measurement and diagnostic tools (CANalyzer, CANape, DTS Monaco, Diagmera) and ability to analyze and interpret test and diagnostic data. Knowledge of ECU HW/SW functionality as part of a vehicle system.
• Analytic or systems engineering knowledge: Ability to learn troubleshooting strategies of complex CAN/LIN/Flexray Star2.x and Star3 vehicle systems in order to identify issues, analyze and determine failure root causes to evaluate and guide solutions and repair actions of test vehicle and prototype vehicle problems.
• Interpersonal and Team skills: Experience in intercultural environment, German language skills favored to read and understand project requirements and communicate with counterparts in Germany. Must be able to independently build up working
• relationships with intra-company expert departments in Germany, Austria, and North America to address all hardware and software topics.
• Project Management Skills: Ability to independently generate parallel plans and identify milestones necessary to reach individual and overall project targets.
• Ability to test drive vehicles.
• Valid US Driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with Mercedes- Benz vehicles.
• Familiar with vehicle troubleshooting, Daimler diagnostic tools, project management.

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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