Head of Propulsion Software and Electronics
About The Position
The Head of Propulsion Software and Electronics leads a globally aligned team in Detroit and Portland, developing and deploying standard work for Propulsion Software and Electronics. This role focuses on DTNA products but has global responsibilities, aligning closely with senior leadership. The position involves leading the vision, strategy, and execution for the global development, validation, certification, and release of Propulsion Software and Electronics for DTNA products. This includes global OBD, propulsion systems engineering, embedded software controls, software and calibration integration, and the interface of propulsion systems into vehicles, as well as non-captive component development. The role aims to inspire innovation through global collaborative networks and empower teams to deliver optimized transportation solutions using software-only features, data analytics, advanced machine learning, AI tools, connectivity, and accelerating the transition to Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). It also involves delivering end-to-end powertrain, vehicle, and regulatory solutions that balance customer value, cost, and execution excellence across complex architectures, leading software tasks for aggregate delivery, aligning teams with standards and processes, and fostering a continuous improvement mindset. The leader will motivate and develop a global team through continuous feedback and select/hire relevant staff.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
