System Design Engineer; E/E and Embedded SW Systems for Automotive

About the Role: 

We are seeking an experienced EE&SW System Design Engineer to take complete system responsibility for projects or specific concept areas within projects. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in defining and developing system solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs, platform strategies, and technical constraints.

Key Responsibilities:

• Requirement Analysis & Negotiation: Engage with stakeholders to clarify and negotiate system requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility.
• Technical Concept Development: Lead technical concepts and system analysis during the early phases of projects, balancing business needs, platform strategies, lead time, cost, and technical constraints.
• System Solution Development: Drive the creation of competitive and timely system solutions, covering all aspects such as:
  • Physical installation
  • Non-functional aspects (diagnostics, power management, onboard communication, etc.)
  • Functional and application software design, including Human-Machine Interface (HMI)
• Cybersecurity & Functional Safety: Identify and mitigate cybersecurity and functional safety risks. Collaborate with domain experts to develop specific CS/FS concepts as required.
• Technical Support & Collaboration: Provide system knowledge and technical guidance to development teams throughout the solution development lifecycle. Build strong networks across the organization and influence decision-making.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in EE&SW embedded system design
• Strong understanding of system engineering principles, software architecture, and embedded systems
• Expertise in diagnostics, power management, and onboard communication protocols
• Experience in cybersecurity and functional safety, including risk assessment and mitigation
• Proven ability to lead technical discussions, negotiate requirements, and drive solutions
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with experience in cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or industrial embedded systems
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) and ISO 21434 (Cybersecurity)
• Knowledge of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and system simulation tools

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