Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. · 17 hours ago
Sr. Durability Testing Engineer
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMercedes-Benz Research & Development North America (MBRDNA) is committed to delivering world-class automotive technologies. The Sr. Durability Testing Engineer will lead and coordinate durability vehicle testing for various Mercedes-Benz test fleets, ensuring high-quality test results and efficient processes while managing technical evaluations and reporting.
ManufacturingAutomotiveProduct Research
Responsibilities
Manage mileage accumulation (driving profile, locations, required maintenance etc.) for vehicles of the Mercedes-Benz durability testing programs. Support the service supplier business development working with external providers to maximize work quality, perform capacity planning and associated staffing, and cost minimization. Responsible for monitoring and controlling work output and associated driver testing for all service providers
Monitor technical status of vehicles. Identify faults based on driver reports and diagnostic tools. Evaluate faults and lead problem solving activities, including 1st level technical analysis and detailed analysis for overall vehicle issues
Report vehicle status, both technical and administrative, in all necessary and required forms and databases. Document technical durability testing status within the FINAS database. Create week reports for management and other stakeholders. Maintain internal Key Process Indicators for local MBRDNA and Daimler Management to monitor the current status and help forecast necessary future changes for the Durability testing planning
Propose and manage root cause identification and vehicle repair processes promptly to enable continuation of vehicle testing and validation of the solution effectiveness. Control complete process from part logistics to effectiveness checks, including workshop orders in PIT
Drive and Control detailed invoices from external Durability Service Provider and internal partners (e.g. emission lab and workshop). Control and overall program budget and report USD/km. Approve monthly billing per program
Leads weekly and monthly meetings including reports with German customers, internal cross-divisional status meetings, and weekly internal department meetings related to Durability testing topics
Active participation in continuous process improvements for internal and external processes. Enable service provider to prepare for future requirements and lead preparations. Support the ISO process documentation, corrective action reports, process improvements, and auditing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Automotive, or Mechanical Engineering
5+ years of relevant work experience
Automotive Knowledge: Detailed knowledge of automobile technology, vehicle architecture, assembly structure, modules and parts. Comprehensive knowledge of vehicle functions
Diagnostic Knowledge: Knowledge of common diagnostic tools (Monaco, INCA, Videamo, Diagmera, ..) and ability to interpret diagnostic data. Experience with CAN bus systems and ECU design
Project Management Skills: Ability to control projects from conceptualization to implementation. Clear understanding of key performance indicators and effective controlling and reporting. Strong skills in risk assessment to prevent project delays
Interpersonal and Team skills: Experience in intercultural environment. Experience to work in a complex organization structure
Analytic or systems engineering Knowledge: comprehensive skills to identify issues, analyze and evaluate problems, develop solutions and scenarios, evaluate alternative solutions based on established criteria and (lead) decision making
Organization and leadership skills: Ability to organize workflows within the Atlanta Tech Center and with all external partners, especially with the durability service suppliers
Frequent use of speech, vision, hearing, use of hands for computer use and presentations. Frequent sitting, standing and reaching with hands. Driving vehicles on the road, test trips, proving grounds
Valid Driver's License
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
401(k) with employer match
Up to 15 company-paid holidays
Paid time off (flexible time off for salaried employees), sick time, and parental leave
Tuition assistance program
Wellness/Fitness reimbursement programs
Company
Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc.
Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America (MBRDNA) is continuously striving to innovate premium mobility.
501-1000 employees
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