ENGINEER 2-3, CONTROLS VEHICLE 

LOCATION: Acuna / Coahuila (MX-COA),  Mexico | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 11193 | JOB GRADE: 16  

| ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

Want to help shape tomorrow?  At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety.  We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for design, development, application, testing, and release of next generation Brake Controls products and features for commercial vehicles.
Essential Functions:
• Lead and support Brake Controls team(s) in an Agile/SCRUM environment
• Assignments will include control system design, product and feature design, requirements definition, cross-product communication interfaces, product testing, and release.
• Understanding and refining requirements for new driver assistance product opportunities.
• Model based development of control systems, including bench prototyping and testing all the way to code generation and embedded software for final product validation.
• Develop and execute technical plans (analysis, simulation, vehicle test) to validate system release and product applications
• Release of products and documentation pertaining the product line and other offerings at customers compliant with the Global Change Management process and ASPICE concepts (V-model development, requirements traceability), using tools such as Teamcenter PLM and PTC Integrity
• Application of next-generation components, functions, and systems.
• Author technical documentation for driver assistance products, including: test reports and customer-facing specifications for installation, calibration, and service of these systems.
• Software / Hardware in the loop testing.
• Benchmark competitive systems.
• Interface with customers, software developers, systems engineers and management to communicate status of projects.
• Willing to travel (test track, customer locations, winter test) as required up to 25%.
Knowledge:
• In-depth knowledge of air brake systems is a plus.
• Broad automotive and electronic systems knowledge preferably related to heavy truck.
• Knowledge of vehicle communication protocols including J1939, UDS, and CCP.
• Technical knowledge of vehicle system components and impact on overall vehicle performance.
• Familiar with CANalyzer, CANape, CANoe, Matlab, Simulink, dSpace, Python, and TruckSim
• Knowledge and experience with product quality tools such as system FMEA, DVP&R, ISO 26262, ASPICE, and Functional Safety Concepts.

Experience (Engineer 3):
• A minimum of 6+ years of experience preferably in vehicle dynamics or vehicles controls engineering.
• Hands on mechanical, electrical, automotive experience.
• Experience in the heavy-duty truck, bus and/or automotive market is a plus.
• Strong product design experience.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team in a dynamic working environment including international team members
• Greenbelt certified a plus
Skills:
• Ability to assimilate data quickly
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and a proactive work ethic.
• Capable of prioritizing time/resources/goals and possess strong interpersonal skills to ensure success in a cross-functional, team environment.
• Formulates new processes and strategic thinking to enhance business unit performance.
• Ideal candidate is a self-starter with demonstrated project management skills
• Supports teams in planning and decision making.
• Strong customer orientation to enhance business relationships and growth.
• Capable of performing in a highly stressful environment.
• Influential and motivational, provides direction, removes barriers.
• Leads with sense of urgency
• Desire to learn new tools and develop a cross-functional skill set.

Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Systems Engineering required
Travel:  Up to 25% required
Position Requirements: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What does Bendix have to offer you?
- Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
- Vacation Premium
- Major medical expenses
- Christmas Bonus
- Life insurance
- Educational assistance program
- Wellness program
- Saving Fund
- Pantry Vouchers
- Personal Days Paid
- Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative
- Attendance Bonuses
- Cafeteria Subsidy
- Subsidy for prescription glasses
- Medical service in plant
- Recognition Programs
- Gym