Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. · 21 hours ago
Senior Manager, e-Drive Software
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expMercedes-Benz Research & Development North America is committed to delivering world-class automotive technologies. The Senior Manager e-Drive Software will lead the development of embedded software for e-Drive systems, managing multiple teams and ensuring the quality and efficiency of software development processes.
AutomotiveManufacturingProduct Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop SW solutions for electrified components, with a focus on E-Motor Control application SW, including Torque Path, Diagnostics, Torque/HV/Thermal safety (per ISO26262) and respective calibrations
Manage the development, implementation and configuration of basic software/architecture, services and flash routines per AUTOSAR standards. Define required DevOps toolchains per MB.OS processes, methods and tools and adapt legacy workflows accordingly. Specify control board architecture and software interface modules for the embedded control system. Manage suppliers to ensure specifications are met
Establish, execute and continuously improve test strategies, coordinate various testing levels and plan/maintain relevant test infrastructure (HIL/Emulator/Dyno)
Lead multiple projects with different stakeholders simultaneously and balance available resources vs. customer expectation regarding timing, cost and scope. Identify synergies in technology, processes and customer needs to maximize the efficiency of the engineering teams through lean & agile methods
Introduce new ways of working per the Operation Excellence framework to maximize the efficiency of a large engineering department (consisting of professionals and multiple managers).Align all development operations with company internal standards, Automotive Spice and agile principles. Implement processes and procedures to ensure quality software
Define strategies to ensure available competencies align with future needs regarding SW development and e-Drive technology at Mercedes-Benz, continuously expand the company internal network and align responsibilities with relevant global partners
Identify strategic partners in academia and collaborate with Universities for technology relevant to Power Electronics, e-Motors and controls systems
Manage resources and ensure proper staffing of the development teams by hiring talented engineers and balance peak workload times via contracted services. Financial planning of the content of service agreements, work-scope, capital expenditures and necessary resources
Qualification
Required
Masters of Engineering
10+ years of relevant professional experience
Broad management knowledge to lead project teams in one department. Show mastery level knowledge and skills to continuously improve embedded SW technology
Extensive knowledge and applied experience with development processes per ISO/IEC 15504 (Automotive SPICE), CMMI, ISO 26262, AUTOSAR and Mercedes-Benz MDS. Experience with integrated software development environments and applicable testing methods for embedded software and functional validation
Experience with integrated software development environments and applicable testing methods for embedded software and functional validation
Cultural awareness, demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and an inclusive work environment
Applied know-how of agile engineering practices and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), both on SW and product level
Provide technical guidance, direction and mentoring to engineering and management team
General powertrain systems and e-motor controls knowledge. Experience with powertrain requirements for the Mercedes-Benz brand, involving development of software and calibration to meet customer expectations
Preferred
Experience in working with customers, suppliers and partners across various international development locations
Benefits
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
Company
Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc.
Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America (MBRDNA) is continuously striving to innovate premium mobility.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Philipp Skogstad
President and CEO
Timo Stelzer
CIO & Vice President
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