Electrical Engineer 3 (# 8158)

As a Senior Design Release Engineer, you will lead the end-to-end delivery of Emergency Call (eCall) and telematics-based safety systems, with a strong emphasis on system architecture, connectivity, integration, and regulatory compliance.

You will be the Feature Owner for Emergency Call Systems (eCall/NG-eCall), Minimum Set of Data (MSD), and Crash-triggered communication workflows, responsible for defining, developing, and validating these features within a complex vehicle ecosystem.

This role also includes support and sustaining responsibility for legacy Restraint Control Module (RCM) systems, ensuring continued robustness, regulatory compliance, and integration with next-generation eCall solutions. This position requires cross-functional collaboration across hardware, software, connectivity, and compliance domains.

System Design & Feature Ownership (eCall-Centric)

Own Emergency Call (eCall) systems, including: 

Automatic Crash Notification (ACN)

Manual eCall trigger (SOS)

Minimum Set of Data (MSD) generation and transmission

Define and document feature scope, performance requirements, and regulatory constraints (e.g., EN 15722, ECE R144, NG-eCall standards).

Architect and allocate system functionality across telematics ECUs, RCM, GNSS, and communication modules.

Lead development of system-level interfaces, including: 

CAN/Ethernet communication between RCM and telematics units

Cellular modem interfaces and PSAP communication protocols

Define end-to-end crash-to-call workflows, including trigger conditions, data packaging, and call establishment timing.

Ensure traceability from requirements through validation using MBSE and requirements management tools.

Provide sustaining engineering support for Restraint Control Module (RCM) systems and associated crash detection logic.

Support bug triage, field issue resolution, and continuous improvement for legacy safety systems.

Ensure compatibility between existing crash event signals and new eCall/telematics architectures.

Collaborate with passive safety teams during crash testing and correlation activities.

Define and execute validation plans for eCall systems, including: 

End-to-end call success rate

MSD accuracy and encoding validation

Network performance under varying conditions

Ensure compliance with: 

Regulatory standards (ECE R144, EN 15722, EN 16072, NG-eCall)

Regional homologation requirements (EU, UK, other markets)

Functional safety standards (ISO 26262) where applicable

Support PSAP simulator testing, certification activities, and homologation submissions.

Define fault detection, fallback modes, and diagnostics strategies (e.g., no network, GNSS failure, partial MSD).

Ensure readiness for OTA updates, cybersecurity requirements, and remote diagnostics.

Manage Tier 1 suppliers delivering telematics ECUs, connectivity modules, and RCM components.

Act as the primary technical interface for eCall-related supplier deliverables and issue resolution.

Coordinate with: 

Connectivity and telematics teams (modem, network provisioning)

Cybersecurity teams (secure communication, authentication)

Diagnostics teams (DTCs, serviceability)

UX/HMI teams (SOS button behavior, user alerts, call status feedback)

Work with homologation and regulatory teams to ensure market readiness.

Partner with Passive Safety and Crash teams to validate trigger conditions and system performance in real crash events.

Drive feature development milestones aligned with vehicle program timing.

Support sourcing decisions by evaluating supplier capabilities in telematics and safety systems.

Track and report: 

Feature maturity

Integration risks

Validation progress

Lead issue resolution for field and test failures, including root cause and corrective actions.

Champion robust system engineering practices and continuous improvement across lifecycle delivery.

Proven track record in vehicle electrical systems and system integration, preferably in safety or telematics domains.

Experience with eCall, telematics systems, or crash notification architectures.

Strong understanding of vehicle network architectures (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).

Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements for emergency call systems.

Experience with on-board diagnostics, fault management, and system validation.

Solid engineering fundamentals and structured problem-solving approach.

Ability to communicate complex system behavior across engineering and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong supplier management and cross-functional leadership skills.

High attention to detail and commitment to delivering safety-critical systems.

EN 15722 (MSD), EN 16072, ECE R144, NG-eCall architectures

PSAP simulator testing and homologation processes

Background in Restraint Control Modules or passive safety systems

Knowledge of Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and ASPICE

Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements for connected vehicles

Experience with requirements tools (Jama, DOORS, Polarion)

Experience with embedded software and telematics hardware integration

Exposure to global regulatory environments (EU, China, North America)