Research & Development Engineer

Subaru Of America

155d • $57,000 - $82,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Research & Development Engineer (Connected Car HMI Engineering) analyzes, recommends, implements, inspects, and verifies North American engineering activities to evaluate the United States market and set target performance goals for future products. Activities include analyzing automotive technical trends and proposing to develop vehicles that meet the current and future demands of our customers, while correlating testing with Japan counterparts; this must be structured on all necessary information provided by upper management by communications with Subaru Corporation (SBR) and Subaru of America (SOA). Creates and executes best proposals of cockpit user experience (UX) by both of building prototypes and utilizing data transformation technology (DX); prototype includes meter cluster, center information display (CID), hard keys, telematics device, smartphone (mobile device), and any additional sensors to improve UX of car ownership.

Requirements

• Up to 2 years of automotive engineering experience (not limited in original equipment manufacturers [OEMs] and experience with software development in microcontroller unit (MCU) and/or smartphone app.
• Computer savvy; skilled in the use of software.
• Mechanical engineering skills and skilled in the use of 3D printer and similar rapid prototyping tools (operator level).
• Software engineering skills and skilled in Android/iPhone app development (beginner-trainee level).
• Ability to judge and describe automobile performance both subjectively and in engineering terminology.
• Specialist skills/learning attitude in automobile evaluation.
• Ability to evaluate aspects of an automobile as an expert customer.
• Holds a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Up to 2 years of experience with using cloud system (ex. Amazon Web Services [AWS], Google Cloud Platform [GCP], Azure).
• Ability to maintain 'Agile style' development as a team member.
• Ability to think analytically and conceptually using logic and reason; creative and strategic skills.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Executing the research and development of sensors and functions which can be used for/useful to improve Human Machine Interface (HMI).
• Creating prototype systems and collaborating with other teams to build mock-ups of user interface (UI)/UX as well as analysis of graphical user interface (GUI)/HMI for evaluations using smartphone app and mechatronics.
• Collaborating with designers and engineers to build systems.
• Evaluating and researching cockpit systems and discussing constructive options.
• Plans, coordinates, and executes prototyping of hardware and software to build cockpit mockup for survey, clinic, and other research activities.
• Plans, coordinates, and executes data acquisition of user data by various sensor technologies, such as camera, radar, and light detection and ranging (LIDAR).
• Develops tools to organize data, analyze data, and distribute data to internal collaborators.
• Develops tools for efficient numerical analysis, focusing on usability and the effectiveness of warnings through sound and visual information.
• Utilizes cloud analysis tools with not only Google, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Azure but also artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
• Develops, defines, and refines the theme's direction, objectives, value propositions, and roadmap, based on a deep understanding of the client needs and industry landscape.
• Performs research and brainstorms solutions consulting with managers and senior-level engineers.
• Balances opportunities and business needs while keeping stakeholders informed and updated.
• Supports in defining product requirements, creating and maintaining a prioritized backlog based on customer research.
• Evaluates competitor products and Subaru development mules, near-production, and production vehicles to identify weaknesses and strengths.
• Plans, coordinates, and executes the development of hardware and software to make evaluations effective and efficient.
• Conducts trend exploration of in-vehicle HMI and the market as well as other investigative research.
• Coordinates various research programs and driving tests requested by SBR and North American Subaru, Inc.
• Responds to special requests for information from the team leader.
• Plans, coordinates, and executes the preparation of reports, surveys, research information, etc.
• Attends outside meetings such as company group meetings, seminars, trade shows, conventions, and conferences.
• Creates a report for each task.
• Collaborates with other engineering teams closely to share your development with others as well as learn others' developments.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Pension, Profit Sharing, and 401K Match Offerings
• 15 Vacation days, 9 Company Holidays, 5 Floating Holidays, and 5 Sick days.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Vehicle Discount Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree