HMI Engineering Lead

Inside the Role

We are seeking an engineering lead to shape the future Driver Experience domain for Daimler Truck and its brands.
You will lead the global ECU development of one of our new Daimler Truck HMI ECUs (Instrument Cluster). In collaboration with our global team, you will drive robust, scalable, and future-proof solutions for all Daimler Truck brands. You will steer and organize all engineering activities and will be working on all phases of the product from the first iteration to SOP readiness.
The Driver Experience team focuses on digital on-truck solutions and works hand in hand with design, engineering, and product strategy teams globally.

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

What You Drive at DTNA

• Organize and oversee all development activities of one of our new Daimler Truck HMI ECUs (Instrument Cluster) across all relevant vehicle projects globally

• Ensure the success of the project

• Act as the engineering project lead, ensuring alignment between global, internal and external partners and stakeholders (e.g. suppliers, vehicle project, development team)

• Define and maintain project timelines and technical milestones

• Lead technical reviews, risk assessments, and ensure compliance with automotive standards

• Support the development and documentation of feature and technical concepts

• Oversee change management

• Create documentation, reports, presentations

 

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree with a focus in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field with 5-7 years of relevant experience

• Proven ability to manage complex projects, including scheduling, risk management, quality standards

• Extensive experience of Daimler Truck development processes and standards from early project planning to production readiness

• Experience in automotive software development (instrument clusters, infotainment, or similar domains)

• Experience with automotive development processes, agile methodologies, and tools, preferably with Daimler Truck

• Expertise in software development

• Ability to translate high-level requirements into a tangible plan

• Strong leadership and communication skills to guide cross-functional teams globally

• Skilled in stakeholder communication, conflict resolution, and cross-functional coordination

• Strong analytical and logical thinking, with excellent problem-solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Detail oriented, reliable, pro-active and self-motivated

• Ability to work effectively in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change

• Positive and collaborative attitude

 

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Proven track record of leading large-scale automotive software programs

• PMP or similar project management certification

• Familiarity with UX principles and advanced graphics rendering for automotive displays

• Strong leadership skills with experience in mentoring engineers and managing stakeholder expectations

• Ability to influence executive-level decisions and manage global supplier relationships

• German language skills

• Experience with systems engineering

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

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

• Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa

• All other applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application

• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check

• Final candidate 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 FTE positions

• EEO - 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 an 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 call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.