Head of Propulsion Software and Electronics

Daimler Truck North America•Detroit, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Head of Propulsion Software and Electronics resides within the TT/S organization. This person will lead a globally aligned team of people residing in Detroit and Portland who will be developing and deploying standard work for Propulsion Software and Electronics, with a focus on DTNA products, but also with global responsibilities, aligning closely with the Propulsion Customer Domain senior leadership team.

Requirements

BS/BA in Engineering or related technical field plus 10 years of experience
4 years of management experience
Electrical and Electronic fundamental expertise and experience
Experience in Engineering and Software Development and related processes
In depth knowledge of DTAG propulsion systems
Strong leadership, collaborative, and team-building skills to manage and grow large, distributed, and diverse teams, including experience working in a global / multi-cultural environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to inspire others toward a vision
Broad understanding of the Daimler Trucks organization and processes
Ability to travel nationally and internationally as required
English language proficiency required

Nice To Haves

Experience with hardware in the loop and/or vehicle testing and/or E/E network management
Previous assignment working in another DTAG region
German proficiency desired

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of vision, strategy, and execution related to the global development, validation, annual certification and production/field release of Propulsion Software and Electronics for our DTNA products, including global OBD lead, propulsion Systems Engineering, embedded software controls, software and calibration integration, interface of the propulsion systems into our vehicles, and non-captive component development.
Inspire innovation through global collaborative networks and empowering teams to deliver optimized transportation solutions through software-only features, data analytics, advanced machine learning, AI tools and methods, connectivity, while accelerating the transition to Software‑Defined Vehicles (SDV).
Deliver end‑to‑end powertrain, vehicle, and regulatory solutions that balance customer value, cost/budgets, and execution excellence across complex legacy and future architectures.
Lead Software tasks for a successful delivery of captive and non-captive aggregates
Align teams around the existing standards and processes, with a continuous improvement mindset
Lead, motivate, and develop a global team by utilizing a continuous feedback culture
Select and hire relevant staff as needed

Benefits

annual variable pay bonus program
company paid company vehicle with insurance and fuel card
401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
non-qualified deferred compensation plan with company contribution of 7% of variable pay
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ holidays per calendar year
Paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive health care plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance program
volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans