ADAS Engineer, SW​/HW - Troubleshooting & Vehicle

Description

Ready to Drive the future?

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.

General Benefits:

• Complete and comprehensive benefits package including Med/Dent/Vision
• Employer paid STD/LTD/Life
• 401k Retirement program
• Generous paid vacation/sick/holidays
• Creativity encouraged in a fun, friendly work environment

Summary

Bertrandt US is seeking an ADAS Engineer with a strong focus on hands‑on troubleshooting and vehicle support activities. This role supports Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) deployed on prototype, test, and pre‑series vehicles. The position is highly execution‑focused and requires frequent domestic travel to support ADAS vehicles at customer sites, test locations, and engineering hubs across the United States. (30-50% travel anticipated).

Scope:
This position is focused on technical execution and hands‑on troubleshooting activities. Contributes to root‑cause analysis and system stabilization. It does not include overall system ownership or personnel management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform systematic troubleshooting of ADAS hardware and software issues on prototype and test vehicles
• Restore non‑operational vehicles to a functional state through on‑site analysis and hands‑on repair activities
• Execute system health diagnostics and evaluate vehicle logs and measurement data
• Support root‑cause analysis through structured data collection and documentation
• Analyze vehicle E/E and network architectures including CAN, Flex Ray, and Automotive Ethernet

Prototype Build‑Up, Commissioning & Repair

• Execute bring‑up and commissioning of ADAS prototypes, systems, and sensors
• Perform ECU flashing, sensor calibration, and diagnostic readouts
• Replace ECUs, sensors, wiring, and measurement hardware as required
• Operate and maintain vehicle diagnostic and measurement equipment
• Drive and operate test vehicles and ADAS prototype

Coordination, Processes & Documentation

• Coordinate activities with internal engineering teams, suppliers, and external partners
• Follow defined change request and release management procedures
• Use issue tracking systems (e.g., JIRA) for task and issue management
• Document troubleshooting activities, findings, and corrective actions

• Travel to domestic ADAS problem vehicles and support locations (up to ~50%)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field (such as Mechatronics, Software, Computer Engineering)
• 3 - 5 years of hands‑on experience in ADAS development or testing
• Strong knowledge of ADAS systems and sensors (camera, radar, LiDAR, ultrasonic)
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting vehicle hardware and software issues
• Experience with ECU flashing, coding, and software updates
• Solid understanding of automotive electrical/electronic systems and connectors
• Experience analyzing automotive networks (CAN, Flex Ray, Automotive Ethernet)
• Familiarity with automotive diagnostic and analysis tools (e.g., CANoe, DTS Monaco, Wireshark)
• Ability to analyze diagnostic logs, traces, and measurement data
• Hands‑on, structured, and independent working style
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Valid US driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively
• Some weekend support needed, depending

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in OEM or Tier 1 automotive development environments
• Experience supporting vehicles in the field or at customer sites
• Knowledge of On‑Board Diagnostics (OBD)
• Mercedes‑Benz specific vehicle or ADAS experience
• Experience with crimping, wiring, and harness repair
• Mercedes‑Benz Driver Licenses T1 and/or BERTHA
• German language skills (optional)