Technical Expert - Radar

FORVIA HELLA; Northville (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Industry-leading health benefits

Competitive 401(k) matching

Annual bonuses

Job summary

FORVIA HELLA, located in Northville, USA, is seeking a Technical Expert – Radar to develop next-generation radar sensors for ADAS. This role encompasses product engineering and the design of high-performance radar solutions, collaborating with various teams to ensure successful product outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, has at least 3 years of experience in ADAS systems, and possesses knowledge in radar technologies. Benefits include a hybrid work schedule and competitive health programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in ADAS systems; 5+ years radar experience is a plus.
• Ability to assist with radar algorithm development and performance evaluation.
• Understanding of system engineering and requirements engineering.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate state-of-the-art radar systems for new product models.
• Analyze emerging radar technologies like MIMO and 4D imaging.
• Define specifications for automotive radar sensors.

Skills

ADAS systems knowledge

RF design understanding

Radar signal processing

Sensor calibration

CAN bus / Ethernet proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

DOORS

DNG

ALM

Job description

Location: Northville, USA

FORVIA HELLA is a listed international automotive supplier and part of the FORVIA Group. It specializes in high-performance lighting technology, automotive electronics, and provides a broad range of products and services for the spare parts, workshop business, and special-purpose vehicle manufacturers. With around 36,500 employees in more than 125 locations worldwide, the company generated adjusted sales of €8.1 billion in fiscal year 2024.

Job Title

Technical Expert – Radar (ADAS)

Overview

As a Technical Expert – Radar, you will partner with internal and external stakeholders to drive the development of next‑generation radar sensors for ADAS. Your role focuses on product engineering and design of high‑performance radar solutions.

Daily Responsibilities

• Evaluate state‑of‑the‑art radar systems for current and future product models.
• Analyze emerging radar technologies (e.g., MIMO, SAR, 4D imaging, AI‑based radar processing).
• Define system architecture, performance requirements, and specifications for short, mid, and long‑range automotive radar sensors.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to analyze sensor‑fusion approaches combining radar with camera, lidar, or ultrasonic sensors.
• Track industry trends, regulations, and standards (ASPICE, ISO 26262, FMVSS 127, UNECE ADAS requirements).
• Support vehicle‑level verification, validation, and tuning of sensor hardware.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in ADAS systems (5+ years, or radar experience, is a plus).
• Understanding of RF design, antenna concepts, radar signal processing, and automotive sensor fusion.
• Ability to assist with radar algorithm development, performance evaluation, KPI definition, and sensor calibration and validation methods.
• Proficiency with CAN bus / Ethernet and serializer/deserializer data communication.
• Background in system engineering, requirements engineering (including tools such as DOORS, DNG, ALM), system architecture design, and ASPICE.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedules and flexible core hours.
• Industry‑leading health benefits program.
• Lucrative paid time off policy.
• Competitive 401(k) matching.
• Extensive career and training opportunities.
• Annual bonuses.
• On‑campus restaurant and employee water and coffee services.
• Team and company‑wide events.

FORVIA HELLA is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all interested parties regardless of age, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or identity.