About this role
Advanced Engineering & Innovation
Tasks
- Objective of Job:
- Identify, monitor and assess emerging technologies, market trends and innovation opportunities across automotive and adjacent industries, with focus on AI, Smart Cockpit, Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV), Digital Experience and Future Mobility.
- Lead technology evaluation, feasibility assessment, and Proof-of-Concept (PoC) validation activities to assess technical maturity, customer value, and strategic relevance for Mercedes-Benz, steering informed decisions from concept exploration to product integration.
- Build and maintain relationships with startups, technology companies, universities and research institutes, and identify potential collaboration opportunities within China's innovation ecosystem.
- Prepare technology insights, innovation recommendations and executive briefings to support future products, technology and customer experience development.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Computer Science, Automotive Engineering or related disciplines; Master's degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in Advanced Engineering, Innovation Management, Technology Strategy, Emerging Technology Research, or Product Innovation, with a strong preference for candidates possessing a software engineering background.
- Strong understanding of emerging technologies, including AI, Smart Cockpit, SDV, Connectivity and Digital Experience.
- Experience in technology scouting, technology evaluation, supplier and technology partner relationship management, PoC validation and ecosystem collaboration is preferred.
- Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluent English communication skills.
Benefits
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Events for Employees
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Flextime Possible
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Hybrid Work Possible
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Health Benefits
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Mobility Offers
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Discounts for Employees Possible
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Parking
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Inhouse Doctor
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Good Public Transport
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Barrier-Free Workplace
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Canteen, Café
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ContactMercedes-Benz Group China Ltd.
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Wang Jing Int. R&D Park Phase III, 6 Wangjing East Road100102 BeijingDetails to location