Sr Mechatronics Engineer (Strong EE background required)

DescriptionVW. Two letters. Endless opportunities. A bright future.Innovation. Sophistication. Optimization. This is our Passion.Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.  Here in the US, we are blending German engineering with American ingenuity.At the Innovation & Engineering Center California (IECC), we represent the Volkswagen Group in applied research and development. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, we create bold new ideas for the Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti and Porsche brands. We’re a team of engineers, designers, scientists, and psychologists looking to develop innovations for future generations of cars, and to transfer technologies from many industries and research institutions into the automotive domain. Our mission is to drive change which means we are not only impacting one of the world’s largest car makers, but also the lives of millions of people. Are you ready to join us?Mechatronics Engineer Sr.Role SummaryThe ICC focuses on research and development of leading-edge technologies with the goal to meet the future mobility needs of the Volkswagen Group customer. The position will consist of interdisciplinary research/development projects in the areas of vehicle systems, sensors, robotics, automation, human machine interaction, new materials for automotive applications etc. The role includes hands on design and implementation as well as project management, arrangement of collaborations with universities and media relations as well as technology scouting and engineering. This position will support the entire global mix of Volkswagen brands, engineering teams, and related partners.Work within a multi-disciplinary team to evaluate technologies, prototype concepts, and create demos that show the ideas of yourself and colleagues. You will use your skills in prototyping, proof of concept, and making ideas real. Role ResponsibilitiesEngineering Concepts/Prototyping Support technical evaluation and design concept creation.Create electronics.Integrate new technologies.Build mechanisms.Design circuits.Wire vehicles.Generate IP from projects.Support demonstrations.Expand Lab Capabilities Benchmark new machines.Skill improvement.Propose/justify capability improvements.Lab Overhead Help maintain model shop.Learn/evaluate new tools.QualificationsQualifications6–10 years of experience.EducationRequiredBS ME, CpE, or EE (Mechatronics).DesiredMS Mechatronics.SkillsC, C++, JAVA, Python, CAD - Solid Works, basic Electronics, Digital Electronics, PCB design, Mechanical Design, Vehicle Dynamics, Powertrain, General shop skills (mill, lathe, 3D printer, etc.).Communication skills.Problem solving skills.Analytical skills.Conceptual thinking skills.Computer savvy.Excellent knowledge of UX research methods and advanced statistical analysis.Integration - joining people, processes or systems.Broad knowledge of full vehicle interrelationships.Excellent verbal and writing skills.Mechanical engineering and electrical engineering knowledge. Specialized SkillsRequiredDesign and build user experience prototypes that enable stakeholders to experience new technology and concepts in the automotive space.Be comfortable creating concepts to be presented to the “C” suite at VW Group World Wide.Not afraid to think “outside” the car.Work closely with user experience designers, software engineers, and other stakeholders to design and prototype new ideas.Generate mechanical designs using CAD and work with local machine shops to have them manufactured.Create involved electronics systems and design any PCBs required for operation.Work with existing car systems and reverse engineer existing parts when necessary.Generate documentation and develop pathway to series production for all concepts.CAD –Solidworks and CATIA preferred.Basic shop skills:Mill, lathe, 3D printing, etc.Basic mechanical design.Basic electronics design.Programming (C, C++, Python, etc).Basic computer skills (Windows, Linux).ICE or EV vehicle electronics knowledge and experience.DesiredSolidWorks CAD design skills with CATIA familiarity a major plus.Understanding of design for manufacturability with multiple materials (aluminum, steel, plastics, wood, etc.).Know your way around a machine shop (mill, lathe, CNC, laser cutter, etc.).Familiarity with additive manufacturing (fdm, polyjet, sla, sls, sintering, and more).Comfortable with tolerance specification and ability to work with a machine shop to get designs fabricated.Able to choose a microcontroller for a project and lay out a PCB (Altium ECAD preferred).Can size and choose motors for rotary and linear motion.Comfortable with multiple serial protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, LIN, or others) to connect sensors and components.Fluent in C / C++ for microcontrollers.Familiar with developing for internet connectivity.Familiar with Bluetooth / Bluetooth Low Energy development.Know how to pitch a project concept/understanding of project management.Digital/Analogue design.Vehicle dynamics.PCB design.Electric powertrain.Automotive interfaces (CAN, LIN, etc.).Work FlexibilityTravel for internal and external shows for communication of project progress, results, and transfer.In Belmont, California, the salary range for this role is $128400 -$190000, depending on education and experience.Volkswagen's roots in Silicon Valley sprout the tech-driven future of transportationWe are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V.  We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.  Please contact us to request accommodation. #LI-CK1