Vehicle Control and Upfit Software Development Engineer (SDV)

Inside the Role

The Vehicle Control & Upfit team is responsible for the development and integration of Body controller ECUs and Body Builder/ TEM Interface ECUs. These components interact with many features in the vehicle from Ignition and power management, safety interlocks, lightning, and switches to drivetrain and Vocational topics. We work daily in a global team with MBT, FUSO, Daimler Buses and other Daimler Truck business units. Our engineering team drives innovation by developing cutting-edge software and hardware for next generation trucks. We are seeking a passionate Software Developer Expert Engineer to join our team in Portland, OR, USA, and be part of the technology transformation to a Software Define Vehicle (SDV), leveraging a High-Power Computer (HPC) architecture. If you are passionate about working in a customer-centric team, motivated, creative, and empowered team shaping the future of trucking technology, look no further, this is the role for you!

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

What You Drive at DTNA

• Coordinate and Decompose existing body control ECU features into modular components suitable for distributed processing on the HPC
• Decomposition must balance modularity with performance, as excessive fragmentation can increase latency
• Refactoring Software to align with DTOS’s architecture and performance requirements
• Document each feature’s input/output requirements, processing logic, and real-time constrains
• Coordinate with VCP and CHEC team the Flex SW component repository in HPC
• Identify with functional safety team critical features requiring ASIL-B or higher compliance per ISO26262
• Refactor legacy code to improve modularity, maintainability, and testability.
• Integrate tools used by Vocational Trucks and Truck Equipment Manufactures into DTOS Ecosystem, enabling seamless interaction with the HPC and supporting diverse truck configurations
• Define roadmap and execution plan
• Mentor junior engineers in the team by delegating technical asks and guide them through the resolution.
• Report to stakeholder.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Software Engineering from an accredited university/college with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience in working in a global development organization with teams and colleagues across the world
• Embedded System Development experience and software design
• Experience with identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems
• Experience in using Vector tolls (CANalyzer, CANoe) for troubleshooting
• Experience in model-based SW development tools and methods, and with AUTOSAR ECUs
• Experience in developing and analyzing electrical circuits
• Experience with body control features in the truck
• Experience leading and mentoring others in identifying/solving the root cause of complex problems is required
• Excellent communication skills to interact with cross functional and global teams.
• Knowledge of input/output circuits and signal conditioning for automotive sensors/ actuators.
• Debugging tools like Vector CANoe and CANalyzer
• Ability to balance trade-offs between performance, cost, and safety in automotive designs.
• Working knowledge in automotive communication protocols, including CAN communication, LIN and Automotive Ethernet
• Ability to document technical concepts clearly (e.g., requirements specs, test reports) for diverse stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to address complex technical challenges

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Master’s degree preferred
• Functional safety ISO26262
• Cybersecurity development experience

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa

• All other applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application

• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check

• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions

• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.