Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc.
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Senior Engineer, Integral Safety & Testing
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The Role
Leads passive and active vehicle safety initiatives, serves as a regulatory liaison, supports rating and compliance testing, and coordinates communication with U.S. regulatory agencies. Responsibilities include monitoring emerging regulatory topics, preparing technical comments and responses, supporting federal rulemaking and research activities, conducting benchmark studies, and participating in outreach events.
Summary Generated by Built In
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.
The Senior Integral Safety engineer focuses on passive and active safety systems in a vehicle to ensure they are safe and perform as expected. The engineer will play a key role in Mercedes-Benz as a Regulatory liaison; facilitate internal communication, support rating and compliance tests and act as an interface with regulatory officials at the local and federal levels in the US.
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:
- Identify emerging topics that could have impact on one or more of the relevant regulatory affairs topics.
- Develop and submit technical and strategic input to regulatory inquiries, federal processes, standards, voluntary commitments and research activities.
- Develop technical comments to rulemaking and provide technical support for rating and compliance tests.
- Develop Mercedes-Benz response to rating agency inquiries.
- Conduct benchmark studies and support communication and outreach events.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor Degree in Science
- 5+ years of relevant work experience.
- We seek an individual with experience working with members of the relevant regulatory agencies, their staff and/or other key policymakers.
- The person must be a strong player with the ability to multitask and enjoy working in a collegial yet highly fast-paced and effective culture.
- The person demonstrates the ability to adapt quickly, work independently, exercise sound judgement, execute strategy and operate with confidentiality.
- The person must have excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
- Valid US Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the automotive industry.
- Safety technology knowledge.
This position may involve access to export-controlled technology, hardware, or software under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 C.F.R. Parts 730-774 and possibly technical data, defense articles and defense services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130. As such, Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America may be required to obtain an export license or authorization in accordance with United States law.
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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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in science
- 5 or more years of relevant work experience
- Experience working with relevant regulatory agencies, agency staff, or key policymakers
- Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced, collegial environment
- Ability to adapt quickly, work independently, exercise sound judgment, execute strategy, and maintain confidentiality
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Valid U.S. driver's license
- Automotive industry experience
- Safety technology knowledge
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The Company
What We Do
Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America (MBRDNA) is continuously striving to innovate premium mobility. It is a place for exceptional people with outstanding ideas and the absolute willingness to bring them to life. We are not about cars only - we are also about the latest and greatest software, cutting-edge technology, and groundbreaking innovation: Embedded in a worldwide network MBRDNA is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with key areas of Autonomous Driving, Advanced Interaction Design, Digital User Experience, Machine Learning, Costumer Research, and Open Innovation. In Redford, Michigan, the focus is on Powertrain and eDrive technology as well as in Long Beach, where the teams test durability of the latest driver assistant and telematic systems. The Digital Hub in Seattle focusses on developing a cloud architecture and building out the cloud platform for the next generation of connected car services. The Testing and Regulatory Affairs Division in Ann Arbor and the Advanced Vehicle Design in Carlsbad complete the competence center.
