Systems Integration Engineer II

Daimler Truck North America•Detroit, MI

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is within the MD and HD Thermodynamic NA (Performance and Engine simulation) team. The team's responsibilities include calibrating fuel maps and developing state-of-the-art Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines to meet current and future emissions, greenhouse gas, and OBD requirements (EPA27, CARB27, GHG Phase 2, EURO VI). This involves meeting regulatory requirements, customer power demands, and balancing various boundary conditions across different environments and vehicle duty cycles. The role will focus on developing a subset of future Heavy Duty Diesel engine calibration and supporting current Heavy and Medium Duty Diesel Engine products with Customer Service investigations to resolve field issues. Collaboration with other teams such as OBD, compliance, FIS, and the German development team is expected to enhance future engine products.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology (ABET Accredited University).
3-5 years of relevant industry experience.
Minimum 2 years’ experience working with Heavy Duty Diesel Engines, Thermodynamics and internal combustion engines operation or similar experience i.e. turbocharger development.
Demonstrated experience identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems.
2+ years of experience applying relevant Engineering concepts and tools.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team as well as being able to execute independently.
Demonstrable knowledge with engine controls or controls theory.
Knowledge of Detroit Diesel products and development tools.
Knowledge of eDVPR tool and DVPR development.
Knowledge of problem-solving tools like Shainin or 8D.
Ability to work in a truly global environment with different cultures to collaborate successfully.
Ability to manage multiple projects and inform management of any barriers.
Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Strong PC skills including MS Office, MATLAB/SIMULINK and database tools.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15%.
Must have a valid Passport.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Computer Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology (ABET Accredited University).
Ability and knowledge to develop next generation of improved turbochargers.
3+ years of Powertrain development experience.
Proficiency in German Language is a plus.

Responsibilities

Understand and interpret performance, emissions, and OBD regulations in the context of how requirements will be fulfilled by Detroit engines and aftertreatments sold in the U.S. and other countries.
Define and release new or improved products and follow the release through scheduling, procurement, manufacture, assembly, and test.
Effectively collaborate within a cross-functional team to ensure various requirements and boundary conditions are fully understood and maintained.
Regularly prioritize workload, clearly communicate progress, and elevate roadblocks to the team and management.
Assess Heavy Duty Diesel engine performance and emissions margin by reviewing data gathered in performance test cells, durability, engineering vehicles, summer/winter testing, and the reliability growth fleet.
Interact closely with the Customer Service team to assess, analyze, and steer solutions with HD and MD field engines.
Develop large portions (e.g., altitude, sealevel maps) of heavy-duty engine fuel maps and be responsible for their release.
Develop parts of the fuel maps (e.g., thermo-management or cold maps) for future Heavy Duty Diesel (like HDES25++ or HDES30+) Engines according to the DVP&R plan.
Improve DVP&R and other analysis tools for engine development.
Assess aftertreatment performance and emissions margin by reviewing data gathered in performance test cells, durability, engineering vehicles, and the reliability growth fleet.
Run back-to-back evaluations for engines and parts as defined by the projects or ICMs.
Establish test procedures (including instrumentation, fixturing, test environment) to fulfill DVPR requirements.
Utilize structured problem-solving methods to identify root cause and integrate corrective actions into new or existing aftertreatment software.
Analyze data, draw conclusions, and provide recommendations of technical results to the management team.
Leverage strong relationships with Global counterparts to efficiently test and release aftertreatment software.
Independently schedule work, including issuing work orders, monitoring progress, and resolving problems to ensure timely completion of projects.
Generate ideas to reduce product costs and improve quality.
Create project plans and timelines and assist management with defining budget requirements.
Promptly resolve plant issues and field problems.
Lead cross-functional activities with regional and Global counterparts in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, Purchasing, and Suppliers.
Communicate effectively and maintain professional/social interaction in a multi-cultural and international environment.
Improve knowledge and skills through training; actively identify areas of potential self-improvement and alert management of opportunities for training.
Lead initiatives to improve product quality, process efficiency, and employee satisfaction.
Maintain daily record of work hours by project.
Other activities as necessary and/or assigned.

Benefits

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans