Vehicle Control and Upfit Engineer II

Tasks

Inside the Role

Vocational and Upfit vehicle applications are a fast growing segment where the customers need a variety of flexible functionalities that can be implemented quickly. In this role, you will have the unique chance to drive and lead this growing topic in a new team in the Vehicle Controls and Upfit department, with a high focus on in-house software development for highly customized and flexible functions for the vocational and upfitter applications. This role will combine a high focus on upfitter specific requirements, while leveraging the global software development platforms for efficient implementation and reusability through the different international business units of Daimler Trucks. If you are passionate about working in a customer-centric team with advanced in-house software development capabilities, look no further, this is the role for you!

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $95,000.00 to $121,000.00 USD.

Pay offered is dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits include: - Annual bonus program - 401k company contribution with company match up to 6%, as well as non-elective company contribution of 3% to 7% depending on age - Starting at 4 weeks paid vacation - 13+ calendar holidays - 8 weeks paid parental leave - Employee assistance program - Comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs - Onsite fitness (at some locations) - Tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off - Short-term and long-term disability plans

What You Drive at DTNA

Responsibilities: - Define Interface Design and Concept Development to implement complex vocational customer requests through direct interaction with vocational and product strategy organizations - Coordinate specific project development requests from local vocational projects that impact the Vehicle Control and Upfit team, align with the team, and create the implementation plan - Plan and ensure the complete migration of existing features in CEEA+ to CEEAce projects - Interface with feature owners, system owners, software models in Vehicle Control and Upfit, and Extension Module Cabin component owners for proper software implementation - Manage current issues in XMC1.0 series platform, exchange solutions with the Vehicle Control and Upfit team, and work with the software team and XMC component owners for implementation and time planning - Coordinate service pack inputs, software implementation, and deployment to the field, working with the software model team, segment strategy, and service team for release announcements - Lead continuous improvement efforts in the team, identifying weaknesses and opportunities in process, product, collaboration, and behavior - Interface with Hardware in the Loop and Vehicle validation teams for final feature release

Knowledge You Should Bring

Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in electrical or software engineering from an accredited university/college with 2 to 4 years of experience, or 4 to 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree - Previous experience working in a global development organization with teams and colleagues across the world - Experience working with software development tools, methods, and processes - Excellent understanding and demonstrated experience with North American vocational truck customer expectations, particularly Truck Equipment Manufacturers - Demonstrated experience working with Service, Manufacturing, Vocational, and IT engineering organizations, and the associated processes - Experience with vehicle data bus, CAN communications, and embedded controllers - Experience leading and mentoring others in identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems - Excellent communication skills to interact with customers, market councils, and other industry-relevant forums - Ability to work in a flexible environment with shifting priorities - Attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

Additional qualifications: - Good experience working with Functional Safety (ISO26262) and CyberSecurity - Extensive knowledge and experience with Daimler Truck North America CHEC+/Quickfit environment - Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) - Basic understanding of Daimler Truck Model-based Software development processes, tools, and methods

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in or relocate to Portland, OR, US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type: Hybrid (4 days per week in-office, 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen, and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer, and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward – for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

Important details: - This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders - Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application - Final candidates must successfully complete a criminal background check - Final candidates may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen - Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for full-time positions - Equal Employment Opportunity for Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll-free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled calls, contact 503-745-2137 or toll-free 866-355-6935.

Qualifications

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