Automotive Electronic/Electrical Diagnostic Engineer

Daimler Truck North America

Automotive Electronic/Electrical Diagnostic Engineer designing and developing advanced diagnostic systems for automotive components. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot electronic system issues in vehicles at Daimler Truck.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $117,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing advanced diagnostic systems for automotive electrical and electronic components, with a strong focus on secure diagnostics, integration with vehicle ECUs, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in creating user-friendly diagnostic tools and conducting thorough validation and verification processes.

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Automotive DiagnosticsSecure Coding PracticesDiagnostic Protocols (UDS, SOVD)CAN, LIN, ETH CommunicationHeavy Duty Vehicle Experience

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Hard Skills

Diagnostic System DesignData LoggingFault SimulationTest Case DevelopmentDiagnostic ValidationAutomotive Cyber SecurityUser Interface CreationVehicle ECU CommunicationProcess ImprovementDocumentation Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

ODX StudioCANdela StudioTelematics SolutionsOver-the-Air UpdatesService-Based Software Updates

Industry Keywords

Automotive StandardsRMI (EU 2018/858)SUMS (UNECE R156)CSMC (UN ECE R155)Electrical Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designing and developing advanced diagnostic systems for automotive electrical and electronic components
Creating diagnostic strategies, tools, and software architectures that efficiently detect, analyze, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic system issues in vehicles
Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and vehicle manufacturers
Ensuring seamless integration of diagnostic solutions within the vehicle’s overall electronic architecture including telematics and offboard solutions
Performing diagnostic validation activities, including vehicle testing, manufacturing validation, and service readiness
Analyzing field data, warranty trends, and diagnostic feedback to drive continuous improvement
Supporting service and after-sales organizations with effective diagnostic solutions that reduce repair time and warranty cost
Developing and improving processes to ensure quality of vehicle diagnostic requirements definition and implementation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor degree in Mechatronic, Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience
3+ years of experience in implementation of secure diagnostics over CAN, LIN and ETH, which includes data logging, monitoring and seamless integration with vehicle ECUs.
5+ years of experience in heavy duty vehicle diagnostics.
3+ years of experience applying automotive Cyber Security principles and secure coding practices.
In depth experience of applying industry standards and regulations related to automotive diagnostics.
Experience authoring comprehensive documentation, classification, and management of DTCs, as well as health status and fault memory of vehicle systems and ECUs.
2+ years of experience in implementation of diagnostics protocols (UDS, SOVD) and communication protocols (CAN, Eth).
3+ years of experience in designing diagnostic applications and interfaces for ECUs, ensuring secure communication and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of implementing over-the-air and service-based software updates.
Proficiency in creating user-friendly interfaces for diagnostics tools.
Thorough knowledge of product (Vehicle) to develop and execute test cases to evaluate diagnostics system functionality and effectiveness.
Document validation and verification reports to ensure diagnostic accuracy, reliability and safety.
Creating tools for fault simulation and injection to test diagnostic procedures.
Knowledge of legal requirements from North America and EU such as RMI (EU 2018/858), SUMS (UNECE R156), CSMC (UN ECE R155) etc.
Knowledge of practical application of Engineering principles with proven ability to apply technologies, techniques, procedures and equipment to design and production of vehicle electronic systems or related engineered components.
2+ years of experience with automotive ECU diagnostic communication protocols (CAN, UDS), development tools (ODX Studio, CANdela Studio) and Data format (ODX).

Benefits

Comp & perks

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6%
non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans