ENGINEER 2-3, CONTROLS VEHICLE

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC; Ciudad Acuña; On-site; MXN 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is seeking an experienced Engineer 3 to lead brake controls projects for commercial vehicles. The role covers design, development, testing, and release of next-generation brake control products with emphasis on model-based development and embedded software validation.

Expect a cross-functional, international team environment in an agile setting, with up to 25% travel to test tracks and customer sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical/Computer/Systems Engineering required.
• 6+ years of experience in vehicle dynamics or vehicle controls engineering preferred.
• Hands-on mechanical, electrical, automotive experience.
• Experience in the heavy-duty truck, bus and/or automotive market is a plus.
• Greenbelt certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Brake Controls teams in an Agile/SCRUM environment.
• Design, development, application, testing and release of next generation brake controls products and features.
• Define requirements, interfaces, and product testing plans; ensure traceability and ASPICE-compliant processes.
• Perform model-based development and embedded software validation from bench to vehicle.
• Prepare technical documentation, test reports and customer-facing specifications.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Analytical thinking

Agile/SCRUM

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Systems Engineering

Tools

CANalyzer

CANape

CANoe

Matlab

Simulink

dSpace

Python

TruckSim

Teamcenter PLM

PTC Integrity

Job description

Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix, we set the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity.

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for design, development, application, testing, and release of next generation Brake Controls products and features for commercial vehicles.

Essential Functions

• Lead and support Brake Controls team(s) in an Agile/SCRUM environment
• Assignments will include control system design, product and feature design, requirements definition, cross-product communication interfaces, product testing, and release.
• Understanding and refining requirements for new driver assistance product opportunities.
• Model based development of control systems, including bench prototyping and testing all the way to code generation and embedded software for final product validation.
• Develop and execute technical plans (analysis, simulation, vehicle test) to validate system release and product applications
• Release of products and documentation pertaining the product line and other offerings at customers compliant with the Global Change Management process and ASPICE concepts (V-model development, requirements traceability), using tools such as Teamcenter PLM and PTC Integrity
• Application of next-generation components, functions, and systems.
• Author technical documentation for driver assistance products, including: test reports and customer-facing specifications for installation, calibration, and service of these systems.
• Software / Hardware in the loop testing.
• Benchmark competitive systems.
• Interface with customers, software developers, systems engineers and management to communicate status of projects.
• Willing to travel (test track, customer locations, winter test) as required up to 25%.

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of air brake systems is a plus.
• Broad automotive and electronic systems knowledge preferably related to heavy truck.
• Knowledge of vehicle communication protocols including J1939, UDS, and CCP.
• Technical knowledge of vehicle system components and impact on overall vehicle performance.
• Familiar with CANalyzer, CANape, CANoe, Matlab, Simulink, dSpace, Python, and TruckSim
• Knowledge and experience with product quality tools such as system FMEA, DVP&R, ISO 26262, ASPICE, and Functional Safety Concepts.

Experience (Engineer 3)

• A minimum of 6+ years of experience preferably in vehicle dynamics or vehicles controls engineering.
• Hands on mechanical, electrical, automotive experience.
• Experience in the heavy-duty truck, bus and/or automotive market is a plus.
• Strong product design experience.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team in a dynamic working environment including international team members
• Greenbelt certified a plus

Skills

• Ability to assimilate data quickly
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and a proactive work ethic.
• Capable of prioritizing time/resources/goals and possess strong interpersonal skills to ensure success in a cross-functional, team environment.
• Formulates new processes and strategic thinking to enhance business unit performance.
• Ideal candidate is a self-starter with demonstrated project management skills
• Supports teams in planning and decision making.
• Strong customer orientation to enhance business relationships and growth.
• Capable of performing in a highly stressful environment.
• Influential and motivational, provides direction, removes barriers.
• Leads with sense of urgency
• Desire to learn new tools and develop a cross-functional skill set.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Systems Engineering required

Travel

Up to 25% required

Position Requirements

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.