Manufacturing Production Process Engineer III

Daimler Truck•Detroit, MI

1d•$108,000 - $139,000•Onsite

About The Position

Inside the Role Detroit Diesel Manufacturing Engineer with main focus on machining process, equipment development, and support of existing machining lines Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team Position offers a starting salary range of $108,000 – $139,000 USD Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as 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. What You Drive at DTNA Responsible for planning and leading complex systems and projects which includes: researching vendors, creating technical specifications, requesting quotations, selecting vendors, creating timelines, issuing purchase requisitions (coordinate with Purchasing), scheduling installations and tryouts, qualifying and approving equipment/tooling for projects, and etc. Lead the design and development of systems and continuous improvements. Independently applies processes and standards to the needs and progress of projects. Responsible for funding planning and tracking of complex over-arching projects based on Daimler standard project funding principles (CAPEX, NRE, EA1, EA2, and OP). Proactively manage and adopt spending plans as needed to meet cost targets. Able to identify shortfalls in projects or tasks and independently develop counter-measures, resolutions and implement effectiveness. Independently utilize the appropriate project management tools for your project / task. Independently provide engineering expertise and project lead in integrating equipment, systems, materials, facilities, and processes into a cohesive, cost efficient and production manufacturing system. Independently lead project teams with production, maintenance, product engineering, quality, suppliers, etc. Independently promotes continuous improvements and actively screens markets and implements. Independently suggest and implements product or process design modifications, where applicable and make process, tooling, fixtures, or assembly recommendations, including budget estimates as part of the review process. Schedule time according to established job priorities. Monitor work progress and resolves problems in order to ensure timely completion of projects. Effectively work with hourly and skilled trades union workers. Must be able to provide management with regular reports / presentations on project work plans and status for information and resource management purposes. Must be able to professionally represent ME and actively participate in CVDS and PPR projects. Must have regular communication and collaboration with the global ME team. Need to have the ability to coach, mentor, and delegate to other team members. Ensure engineering practices comply with government regulations and safety standards. Perform special projects.

Requirements

BS/BA Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
5-7 years of relevant assembly line or machining planning experience
Project management or supervisory experience
Experience in machining and assembly processes
Experience in implementing tooling changes due to product changes
Experience with new product launches or machine retrofits
Experience with process modifications, improvements, and waste elimination
Able to provide recommendations of new line concepts
Ability to identify basic problems and procedural irregularities, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to articulate technical information in written and oral communication
Ability to read technical drawings and check for information required
Ability to manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously
Must be able to travel, including international
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

Nice To Haves

Understanding of axles, transmissions, and engine components
Knowledge of Lean System Principles.
Global project experience
Experience in machining ring gears and pinions
Experience in heat treatment of metals
Experience in CNC programming & use of AutoCAD
Knowledge of ANSI, ISO, and DIN standards
Able to organize shop floor management meetings
Assist the production supervisor and operators as needed with any other process related issues

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning and leading complex systems and projects which includes: researching vendors, creating technical specifications, requesting quotations, selecting vendors, creating timelines, issuing purchase requisitions (coordinate with Purchasing), scheduling installations and tryouts, qualifying and approving equipment/tooling for projects, and etc.
Lead the design and development of systems and continuous improvements.
Independently applies processes and standards to the needs and progress of projects.
Responsible for funding planning and tracking of complex over-arching projects based on Daimler standard project funding principles (CAPEX, NRE, EA1, EA2, and OP).
Proactively manage and adopt spending plans as needed to meet cost targets.
Able to identify shortfalls in projects or tasks and independently develop counter-measures, resolutions and implement effectiveness.
Independently utilize the appropriate project management tools for your project / task.
Independently provide engineering expertise and project lead in integrating equipment, systems, materials, facilities, and processes into a cohesive, cost efficient and production manufacturing system.
Independently lead project teams with production, maintenance, product engineering, quality, suppliers, etc.
Independently promotes continuous improvements and actively screens markets and implements.
Independently suggest and implements product or process design modifications, where applicable and make process, tooling, fixtures, or assembly recommendations, including budget estimates as part of the review process.
Schedule time according to established job priorities.
Monitor work progress and resolves problems in order to ensure timely completion of projects.
Effectively work with hourly and skilled trades union workers.
Must be able to provide management with regular reports / presentations on project work plans and status for information and resource management purposes.
Must be able to professionally represent ME and actively participate in CVDS and PPR projects.
Must have regular communication and collaboration with the global ME team.
Need to have the ability to coach, mentor, and delegate to other team members.
Ensure engineering practices comply with government regulations and safety standards.
Perform special projects.

Benefits

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as 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