ADADAS Defect Analyst
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Job Location:
Atlanta, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 responsibility of this role is to support Automated Driving and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (AD/ADAS) testing to test evaluate and drive local market improvements of the AD/ADAS systems in the USA and Canadian Markets for Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicles. The focus of this role is to perform first level classification and root cause analysis of system performance issues in order to identify and track the software or component issue. This role will analyze document report and track these faults for USA and Canada testing activities.
This position will be based in Atlanta GA. During the first 6 months it will require regular (1-2 weeks/month) travel to Long Beach CA and/or San Jose CA for onboarding. Following onboarding requires ability to travel up to 5% including domestic and international business trips and test drives. This includes test trips that could require overnight and weekend travel.
Job Responsibilities:
- Evaluate North American AD/ADAS System Performance (70%): Analyze and document potential issues from collected measurement data identifying faults and conducting first-level root cause and defect routing analysis.
- Fault Tracking and Analysis: Maintain a fault tracking system providing updates on defect status responsible parties and fix plans. Support functional owners with further fault analysis and defect resolution.
- Follow-Up on Fixes: Ensure tickets are closed in a timely manner by tracking fixes to software releases escalating when necessary.
- Create and update summary reports on faults and findings and submit these to responsible departments.
- Test AD/ADAS Systems (30%): Conduct in-vehicle testing focused on the performance of Automated Driving and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems under US-specific conditions.
- Actively work on process development and continuous improvement.
- Other responsibilities of this role could include:
- Support local market adaptations by reviewing system specifications certification and regulatory requirements. This includes both SAE Level-2 and Level-3 Automated Driving projects.
- Evaluate competitive AD/ADAS systems in the US market comparing their performance and driver feedback to Mercedes-Benz systems. Provide feedback and suggest improvements.
- Create component and system performance specifications based on unique USA market road and infrastructure conditions traffic conditions driver behaviors or customer expectations.
- Communication and Reporting:
- Maintain regular communication with internal and external departments to stay aligned with shifting timelines and deliverables.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors of Science Degree preferably in Engineering (computer computer science mechatronics electrical mechanical etc) Data Science Statistics or similar.
- 2 years of ADAS experience.
- AD/ADAS Knowledge: Knowledge of Automated Driving and Driver Assistance Systems. Knowledge of competitor systems and all AD/ADAS sensor technologies.
- Automotive Development Knowledge: Understanding of vehicle development process. The ability to analyze and interpret diagnostic and fault measurements to trouble shoot issues.
- Project Management Skills: Ability to coordinate across multiple departments in order to deliver on-time results in a dynamic environment.
- Organizational and Leadership Skills: Ability to organize tasks and report task status clearly and efficiently to our team stake-holder departments and management as needed.
- Interpersonal and Team skills: Experience in intercultural environment. Must be able to independently build-up working relationships with intra-company expert departments in Germany.
- This position will be based in Atlanta GA. During the first 6 months it will require regular (1-2 weeks/month) travel to Long Beach CA and/or San Jose CA for onboarding. Following onboarding requires ability to travel up to 5% including domestic and international business trips and test drives. This includes test trips that could require overnight and weekend travel.
- Data visualization skills: Ability to organize and create clear and meaningful visualizations of data to explain trends to stake-holders. Ability to work with large databases. Experience working with various visualization tools like Power BI and Tableau is a plus.
- Basic programming skills: Ability to create scripts with a language like Python. Basic web development with tools like Django and React is a plus.
- Valid US Drivers license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to test drive vehicles and pass Daimler driver T2 level certification that evaluates the drivers control of the vehicle dynamics at limit-handling conditions.
- German language skills written and spoken could be helpful.
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 18 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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