Vehicle Control and Upfit Engineer II

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 an 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

What You Drive at DTNA

• With direct interactions with vocational and product strategy organizations, you define the Interface Design & Concept Development to implement complex vocational customer requests
• Coordinate specific projects development requests (DR’s) from local vocational projects (47V, 47F and FCCC) that has impact in Vehicle Control & Upfit team (VC&U), 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, SW model in VC&U and Extension Module Cabin (XMC) component owner for the right SW implementation
• Manage all current issues in XMC1.0 series platform, exchange with VC&U team the solution strategy and work with SW team and XMC component owner for the implementation and time planning.
• Coordinate the service packs inputs, SW implementation and deployment to the field, working with SW model team, segment strategy and service team for the SW release announcement.
• Lead the continuous improvement in the team, collecting weakness and opportunities areas to improve, in multiple aspects: process, product, collaboration and behavior.
• Interface with Hardware in the loop and Vehicle validation team for final feature release.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or software engineering from an accredited university/college with 2-4 years, or 4-6 years in lieu of degree, is required
• Previous experience in 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 the North American vocational truck customer expectations, in particular 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, embedded controllers is required.
• Experience leading and mentoring others in identifying/solving the root cause of complex problems is required
• Excellent communication skills to interact with customers, market councils and other industry relevant forums.
• Being able to work in a flexible work environment with shifting priorities.
• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• 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 method

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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

• 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 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.