Drive Operations Lead
Company: Mercedes Benz R&D North America
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: May 27, 2023
Job Description:
Embedded in a worldwide network Mercedes-Benz Research &
Development North America continuously strives to remain at the
forefront of successful automotive research and development. MBRDNA
is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with key areas of
Autonomous Driving, Advanced Interaction Design, Digital User
Experience, Machine Learning, Customer Research, and Open
Innovation. In Farmington Hills, Michigan, the focus is on
Powertrain and eDrive technology as well as in Long Beach, where
the teams test durability of the latest driver assistant and
telematic systems. The Digital Hub in Seattle focusses on
developing a cloud architecture and building out the cloud platform
for the next generation of connected car services. The Testing and
Regulatory Affairs Division in Ann Arbor and the Advanced Vehicle
Design in Carlsbad complete the competence center.Mercedes-Benz
Research & Development North America (MBRDNA) is a place for
exceptional people with outstanding ideas and the absolute
willingness to bring them to life.Headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA at
the heart of Silicon Valley and with several R&D facilities
across the U.S., we bring together engineers, software developers,
and designers who are pushing technology boundaries to shape the
future. MBRDNA's Autonomous Driving team is responsible for
developing and implementing the next generation of autonomous
driving systems together with US-based partners (Luminar, NVIDIA,
etc) and colleagues in Germany. Systems include hardware and
software.The purpose of this position is to lead and grow a
technical team that develops algorithms and software in the fields
of Maps, Localization, Planning and non-functional software for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles of the SAE levels 2-4. Expected are major
contributions to the overall architecture and design of
Mercedes-Benz vehicles as part of the global MB R&D team in
coordination with peer groups in the US, India and in Germany.Job
Responsibilities:
- The driver for AV vehicle is responsible for conducting daily
vehicle pre trip inspections.
- Perform vehicle system calibrations.
- Perform TOH (Test operator handbook guidelines)
- Pass T1/T2 on road driver training.
- Collaborate with developers and test operators on autonomous
testing plans.
- Operate company and partner test vehicles with engineers,
developers, and test operators to perform autonomous vehicle
testing.
- Drive all test vehicles in safe manner and in accordance with
local laws and company processes.
- Be able to perform various administrative Drive Ops
duties.
- Be able to physically assist engineers with set up and testing
of NCAP test equipment.
- Be able to work minimum of 40 hours and expect overtime as
needed.
- Monitor systems on the car and follow procedures to calibrate &
troubleshoot equipment.
- Coordinating with members of the AV team daily to ensure data
integrity, proper data transfer, and management of routes is
critical.
- Assist as needed with troubleshooting equipment over the phone
& via email. Work with Project Manager & engineering team on open
issues, reporting, & documentation
- Mentor other drivers on all Drive Ops processes.
- Assist Drive Ops Coordinator by assigning AV test drives to
drivers with collaboration of Test Operator shift managers.
- Assist and report to Drive Ops Coordinators and Drive Ops
manager.Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree or Technical certificate
- You are detail oriented & able to identify and document all
problems. Able to provide concise written and oral feedback to the
Drive Ops and engineering teams.
- Background in commercial driving preferred (long-distance
trucking, driving bus, taxi experience, etc.)
- Highly developed and detailed communication and organizational
skills
- Demonstrate leadership capability.
- Flexible, reliable, and able to work long hours as
required.
- Must be flexible with work schedules and travel.
- Proficiency in native language and English.
- Basic technical/computer skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong desire to learn new skills and technology.
- Standing for long periods of time, sitting in vehicles, working
at a computer desk.
- A clean driving record & no criminal history is required.
- Valid US Driver's License.The successful candidate's starting
pay will be determined based on a wide range of factors, including,
but not limited to, job-related education, skills, and experience,
geographic location, and market conditions. The current salary
range for this position is as follows and may be modified in the
future: $83,800-$104,800.Why should you apply?Here at MBRDNA, you
create digital ecosystems around cars, you design a language
between humans and machines, you make a car even more intelligent -
you make the new reality for cars. We have an open and flexible
environment to allow you to push boundaries, join MBRDNA and design
your future.Benefits for Full-Time* Employees Include: --- Medical,
dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families ---
401(k) with employer match --- Up to 18 company-paid holidays ---
Paid time off (unlimited for salaried employees), sick time, and
parental leave --- Tuition assistance program --- Wellness/Fitness
reimbursement programs --- Vehicle lease subsidy or company car
(for eligible employees only) * Internships excluded from Full-Time
Employee benefitsMBRDNA is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and
strongly supports diversity in the workforce. MBRDNA only accepts
resumes from approved agencies who have a valid Agency Agreement on
file. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking
system, MBRDNA employees, or send to any MBRDNA location. MBRDNA is
not responsible for any fees or claims related to receipt of
unsolicited resumes.Mercedes-Benz Research and Development North
America, Inc.PRIVACY NOTICE FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS
Keywords: Mercedes Benz R&D North America, Sunnyvale , Drive Operations Lead, Other , Sunnyvale, California
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