Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; embedded systems specialization preferred.
8 years of total experience, with at least 5 years in automotive electronics development.
Proven experience as a component owner for instrument clusters/infotainment systems.
Familiarity with software development in HMI, C/C++ is advantageous.
Experience in agile practices and shorter development cycles is a plus.
Responsibilities
Break down electrical system requirements into detailed software specifications.
Draft component level hardware requirements covering various electrical and mechanical specifications.
Interpret and implement automotive standards and legal regulations relevant to commercial vehicle driver information in North America.
Participate in supplier requirement reviews and conduct prototype testing.
Manage field and warranty claims regarding service tools and processes.
Apply quality tools to component development plans and perform risk analyses.
Release components into the Volvo PDM system and maintain component roadmaps.
Collaborate with purchasing for supplier selection and development.
Oversee and control milestones for component development from concept to production.
Report functionally to project managers and provide updates on risks and estimated closure actions.
Ensure adherence to configuration management guidelines and product development processes.
Benefits
Work in a dynamic, multicultural team environment.
Opportunities for professional development in automotive electronics.
Engagement with advanced technologies in an innovative industry.
Flexible work arrangements may be available.
Full Job Description
Description
Responsibilities:
Breaks down requirements of electrical system into component level & writes detailed component level software specifications
Writes component level Hardware (electrical & mechanical) requirements or specifications which includes but not limited to microcontroller, Stepper Motor, LCD specifications, CAN & LIN, I/Os, Voltage and Power, Pining & Connectors, PCB, EMI/EMC, Styling, Packaging, Chemical/Thermal & vibration aspects.
Interprets & Implements automotive standards, guidelines & legal regulations impacting the Information presented to the drivers of commercial vehicles in the North American market (ISO 2575, OBD-II, NHTSA, FMVSS, FMCSA, US-EPA, ISO26262, Lead free etc.).
Takes part in supplier requirement, design and test reviews, for hardware, software &Performs bench/smoke tests for the prototype delivery from supplier and hands it over to component/system/truck testing teams.
Works with field and warranty claims regarding tools, processes and methods (Example: SPC, RCA, 8D, A3, Fishbone etc.,) used by service functions.
Uses quality tools and implements the resulting actions into component development plan - Screening, Risk analysis, S/D/P FMEAs, DFAM, DFA, Dependability/Criticality analysis.
Responsible for releasing the component (Hardware & Software) into Volvo PDM system by creating & structuring part numbers correctly across truck variants. Also responsible for developing and maintaining component roadmaps with part number details for the life time of the components. Projects & Process
Works with purchasing buyers to get involved with supplier selection & development
Plans, monitors and controls all lowest level milestones for the component development (Including making project and product cost estimations, time plans) from concept phase to start of serial production.
Functionally reports to electrical project manager or Engineering task leaders during the project phase. Highlights risks and support needed and escalations to the project steering committee ahead of time and follows up all the identified actions for closure.
Directly reports to Group manager & supports electrical management team with component level impacts by providing cost & time estimations and also suggest alternative solutions if any, during analysis of new projects or new feature introductions.
Adheres to configuration management guidelines
Works in a multisite, multi-cultural, multifunctional team environment across different geographies as and when necessary.
Adheres to product development processes as mandated within the organization and maintains adequate documents for all related work products
Requirements:
Bachelor of Engineering or Science in Electrical and/or electronics required; specialization in embedded systems is a plus
8 years of overall experience with at least 5 years focusing on automotive electronics development
Experience developing instrument clusters/infotainment systems in the capacity of component owner
Software development (HMI, C/C++) experience is a plus
Experience working in an agile environment with shorter development cycles/SPRINTS is a plus
The Location: This opportunity is based in Greensboro, NC.
