NETWORKING / IT APPLICATIONS ENGINEER 
PALO ALTO, CA
Position Announcement # 3928
March 2, 2004


The Electronics Research Laboratory has an opening for a Networking / IT
Applications Engineer.  This charge back position will be based in Palo
Alto, California, and reports to Dr. Klaus Schaaf, Human Machine Interface
Process Team Leader.  This is a Band 5 position.


POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will identify, create, and assist in research projects that
require wire based and wireless networking and IT solutions in and out of
vehicles.  This position will support the entire global mix of VW brands,
engineering teams and related partners.


POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

*	Identify the hardware and software for different networking needs
for new projects
*	Be the laboratory's resource for know how regarding wireless and
wire bound networking techniques (Bluetooth, 802.11x, Ultrawideband,
Ethernet, USB 2.0, Firewire etc.) 
*	Support the IT backbone of the Lab
*	Build up prototypes for use in internal or external networks
*	Support VW Group development activities on a limited basis


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education
Bachelor or Master of Science in Engineering

Experience
1 - 3 years experience in related areas of expertise
1 year of experience in the automotive industry (or equivalent)

Unique Skills
Proficiency in wireless networking technologies (Bluetooth, 802.11 x, etc.)
Proficiency in wire bound networking technologies (USB, Firewire, Ethernet
etc.)
Proficiency in automotive bus systems (CAN, LIN, MOST)
Real Time Operating Systems (QNX, Linux etc.)
Know how  of Embedded Systems is a plus
Bus Systems (Firewire, USB, Ethernet)
Rapid prototyping abilities
Flexible attitude towards customers and suppliers
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Motivated, self-directed team player, self-starter with positive attitude
and strong work ethic
Vision for future electronics


Competencies
Focuses on customer service
Supports continuous improvements
Aligns needs with solutions
Demonstrates organizational acumen
Leverages networks
Communicates effectively
Demonstrates and shares professional/functional expertise
Demonstrates systemic thinking
Shows commitment to quality
Plans and organizes
Prioritizes
Gathers information
Demonstrates self-improvement orientation
Accomplishes goals
Analyzes critical data
Uses computer/technical systems
Multi-tasks
Maintains focus
Displays professional integrity
Analyzes problems


DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Unique Skills
High level of creativity and innovation
Automotive Bus Systems

APPLICATION PROCESS:

If you are a Regular Full Time Employee of Volkswagen of America please
click on the following Link and submit your application through the
Applicant Tracking System.

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All other Candidates please be advised that this position will post for
external candidates after five business days.  You will find the position by
clicking on the following link.

http://www.recruitingcenter.net/clients/VW_Audi/publicjobs/canviewjobs.cfm

If the position does not post, it has been filled by an Internal Applicant.


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