Prototype ADAS Workshop Foreman

Bertrandt Group; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Med/Dent/Vision

STD/LTD/Life

Job summary

Bertrandt US is seeking an experienced ADAS Workshop Foreman to manage day-to-day operations in a vehicle integration and troubleshooting workshop environment. This role is Mercedes-Benz specific and focuses on prototype builds, ADAS updates, and leading technicians.

You will coordinate build-ups, support ROV troubleshooting, ensure quality, and act as the main interface with customers and engineering teams. The compensation range is $150k per year with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Mercedes-Benz-specific experience and knowledge
• Technical degree in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 10+ years hands-on automotive and prototype shop or vehicle build experience
• ROV troubleshooting experience
• Experience with prototype or pre-series vehicles
• Lead technician / foreman / shop lead experience
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, ADAS sensors, ECU basics
• Experience coordinating technicians in a workshop
• Ability to read wiring diagrams / CAN networks
• Strong organization and communication skills; valid US driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, and assign daily tasks to technicians based on project needs and deadlines
• Monitor execution of vehicle build-ups, retrofits, and system updates
• Ensure efficient workflow and resource utilization within the workshop
• Track progress and ensure timely completion of assigned activities
• Oversee build-up and commissioning of ADAS prototype and pre-series vehicles
• Coordinate installation, updates, and modifications of ADAS components
• Support troubleshooting of ROV issues affecting ADAS functionality
• Guide technicians in diagnosis of hardware and basic software issues
• Escalate complex issues to engineering teams when required
• Ensure adherence to processes and quality requirements
• Be primary workshop contact for customers and project stakeholders
• Provide status updates on vehicle readiness, issues, and timelines
• Coordinate with suppliers when needed
• Manage workshop infrastructure, tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Maintain safe, organized working environment (5S); coordinate with Safety/OSHA

Skills

Mercedes-Benz experience

Automotive electrical systems

ADAS sensors

ECU diagnostics

Team leadership

Customer coordination

Wiring diagrams

CAN bus knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Technical degree (Associate or Bachelor’s) in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Bertrandt US is seeking an experienced ADAS Workshop Foreman to manage day-to-day operations in a vehicle integration and troubleshooting workshop environment. This role is Mercedes-Benz specific and focuses on prototype builds, ADAS updates, and leading technicians.

You will coordinate build-ups, support ROV troubleshooting, ensure quality, and act as the main interface with customers and engineering teams. The compensation range is $150k per year with comprehensive benefits.