Hybrid Systems Integration Engineer – Level III

at Daimler Truck North America

• Job title: Systems Integration Engineer – Level III
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $121,000 - $155,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Detroit, United States

About the role

• Systems Integration Engineer developing and validating OBD control strategies for Daimler Truck, ensuring compliance and performance of heavy-duty propulsion systems. Collaborating with cross-functional teams in Detroit.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, validation, & release of aftertreatment OBD control strategies
• Understand and interpret emissions and OBD regulations in context of how the requirements will be fulfilled by Detroit engines and aftertreatments sold in the U.S. and abroad
• Assess aftertreatment performance and emissions margin by reviewing data gathered in performance test cells, durability, engineering vehicles and the reliability growth fleet
• Responsible for driving the strategic integration of DVPRs into the eTOOL system
• Establish test procedures (including instrumentation, fixturing, test environment) to fulfill DVPR requirements
• Utilize structured problem-solving methods to identify root cause and integrate corrective actions into new or existing aftertreatment software
• Analyze data, draw conclusions, and provide recommendations of technical results to the management team
• Leverage strong relationships with Global counterparts to efficiently test and release aftertreatment software
• Independently schedule work including issuing work orders, monitoring progress, and resolving problems in order to ensure timely completion of projects
• Generate ideas to reduce product costs and improve quality
• Create project plans and timelines and assist management with defining budget requirements
• Promptly resolve plant issues and field problems
• Lead cross-functional activities with regional and Global counterparts in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, Purchasing, and Suppliers
• Communicate effectively and maintain professional/social interaction in a multi-cultural and international environment
• Improve knowledge and skills through training; actively identify areas of potential self-improvement and alert management of opportunities for training
• Lead initiatives to improve product quality, process efficiency, and employee satisfaction
• Maintain daily records of work hours by project

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Computer Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology (ABET Accredited University)
• 5-7 years of relevant engineering experience in the Automotive or Commercial Vehicle Industry
• Strong electrical or mechanical aptitude
• Experience identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to work with and get work done effectively through others
• Ability to think independently and critically to formulate plans and make decisions in a fast paced, emerging and sometimes ambiguous environment
• Ability to work in a truly global environment with different cultures to collaborate successfully
• Ability to manage multiple projects and inform management of any barriers
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Strong PC skills including MS Office and database tools
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15%

Benefits

• annual bonus program
• 401k company contribution with company match up to 6%
• non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
• starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
• 13+ calendar holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• employee assistance program
• comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
• onsite fitness (at some locations)
• tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
• short-term and long-term disability plans