ADAS Workshop Foreman - Prototype Build & Vehicle

Description

As part of the global Bertrandt Group, our team of innovators tackles cutting‑edge projects across: ADAS, Autonomous Driving, Electric Mobility, and Manufacturing Support, transforming complex issues into sustainable, connected solutions.

Bertrandt is seeking an experienced ADAS Workshop Foreman to manage day‑to‑day operations within a vehicle integration and troubleshooting workshop environment.

This role focuses on:

• Coordinating prototype vehicle build‑ups and system updates
• Leading troubleshooting of series‑related rest of vehicle (ROV) vehicle issues
• Assigning and supervising work for technicians
• Acting as a key interface between customers, internal engineering teams, and workshop staff

The position is execution‑ and coordination‑focused, ensuring efficient workshop operations, high‑quality technical output, and alignment with customer expectations—without travel requirements.

• Plan, prioritize, and assign daily tasks to technicians based on project needs and deadlines
• Monitor execution of vehicle build‑ups, retrofits, and system updates
• Ensure efficient workflow and resource utilization within the workshop
• Track progress and ensure timely completion of assigned activities
• Oversee build‑up and commissioning of ADAS prototype and pre‑series vehicles
• Coordinate installation, updates, and modifications of ADAS components (ECUs, sensors, wiring)
• Support troubleshooting of ROV (Rest of Vehicle) issues affecting ADAS functionality

• Guide technicians in systematic diagnosis of hardware and basic software issues
• Carry out complex troubleshooting if necessary
• Review findings and ensure structured documentation of issues and fixes
• Escalate complex technical issues to engineering teams when required
• Ensure adherence to defined processes, standards, and quality requirements

• Act as primary workshop point of contact for customers and project stakeholders
• Provide status updates on vehicle readiness, issues, and timelines
• Align workshop priorities with internal engineering teams, project management, and customers
• Support coordination with suppliers when needed

• Manage workshop infrastructure, tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Ensure availability and readiness of hardware, components, and consumables
• Oversee proper handling, maintenance, and calibration of tools and test equipment
• Maintain organized, safe, and efficient working environment (5S principles)
• Coordinate with Safety/OSHA management within the company
• Coordinate with Workshop Manager regarding parts availability, storage and ordering of all needed parts

• Build configurations (together with HW Engineers)
• Issues and corrective actions
• Vehicle status updates

• Utilize issue tracking systems (e.g., JIRA) for task and defect tracking
• Follow internal procedures for change management and release processes

• Technical degree (Associate or Bachelor’s) in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• 10+ years hands‑on automotive workshop or vehicle build experience, preferably with ADAS or E/E systems
• Mercedes‑Benz specific experience or training
• Knowledge of ROV (rest of vehicle) related troubleshooting processes
• Experience working with prototype or pre‑series vehicles
• Prior experience in a lead technician / foreman / shop lead role
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of:
  Vehicle electrical systems and components, ADAS sensors (camera, radar, ultrasonic) and ECU replacement and basic diagnostics.
• Experience coordinating and guiding technicians in a workshop environment
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and basic vehicle network structures (CAN preferred)

• Strong organizational and task management skills
• Good communication skills for customer and internal coordination
• Valid US driver’s license
• Occasional support also on the weekends (if necessary)

• Familiarity with ADAS development or integration environments
• Experience with diagnostic tools (e.g., CANoe, DTS Monaco or similar)
• Experience in OEM or Tier 1 automotive environments
• Basic understanding of issue tracking systems (e.g., JIRA)
• German language skills