Manufacturing Production Process Engineer III

Daimler Truck North America•Portland, OR

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Inside the Role Chassis Manufacturing Engineering brings together diverse engineering expertise (mechanical/manufacturing), hands-on vehicle product knowledge, and applied project management. In this role, you will lead the development and implementation of manufacturing processes and technologies, strengthen capability across the Pre-Paint and Mid Chassis ME team, and support department-wide knowledge growth. Daimler Trucks is seeking an experienced engineer to innovate and develop vehicle assembly processes that deliver high quality and customer-leading features. You will work closely with a team of Manufacturing Engineers to execute both product and non-product projects across the department.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field with 6+ years of relevant experience.
Solution-oriented, organized, and analytical, with strong ethics and a track record of building effective working relationships.
Strong understanding of applied engineering principles and the ability to implement technologies, techniques, procedures, and equipment in a manufacturing environment (vehicle electronics programming systems or related engineered components).
Proven cross-functional teamwork and collaboration.
Understanding of engineering processes and downstream manufacturing impacts.
Demonstrated root-cause problem-solving for complex issues.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to lead large, Category 1 product projects.
Knowledge of vehicle manufacturing processes.
Willingness to travel within the US and Mexico (up to 20%).

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of electrical/electronic hardware and software; able to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues.
Spanish fluency.

Responsibilities

Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to develop and execute long-term strategy for truck manufacturing facilities.
Provide manufacturing engineering leadership across product projects (PP) and non-product projects (NPP) from concept through implementation, using reference factory metrics to drive measurable improvements.
Support the leadership team in modernizing brownfield facilities using Reference Factory principles, with focus on facility modernization, connected systems, Factory 2033, Industry 4.0, and MCS.
For assigned projects, lead execution through design reviews and procurement, including budget development/justification, equipment acquisition, facility readiness, tryout, installation, labor standards, and training coordination.
Use concurrent engineering to identify and mitigate production risks before plant implementation.
Apply advanced manufacturing technologies, including machine control systems and automation, within Freightliner manufacturing processes.
Provide technical guidance on equipment and component specification, acquisition, and installation to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
Troubleshoot manufacturing issues as they arise at DTNA plants and drive root-cause/corrective action.
Assess current assembly processes and develop/validate capital investment plans for future production needs.
Solve complex problems using strong analytical thinking and deliver innovative solutions.
Serve as a technical resource/mentor, contributing to standards and best practices used by others.
Advise management and key external stakeholders on broad, high-impact projects.