Materials and Welding Engineer II

Daimler Truck AG•Detroit, MI

6d•$90,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Material and Process Technology (MPT) department at DTNA is looking for a Materials Engineer to join our team to help fulfill our mission to push the boundaries of materials and chemistry and redefine what is possible. The MPT Materials Engineer is responsible for providing material and process analysis expertise throughout the product lifecycle of traditional and advanced drivetrain components, as well as welding and joining support. The MPT Materials Engineer works closely with internal business partners, such as Research and Development, Quality Management, Production, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supplier Management. MPT adds value to our customers from ideation through end of life to ensure Daimler Truck fulfills its mission to keep the world moving.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Material Science Engineering, or related field with 2-4 years of relevant experience.
Thorough understanding of welding, joining, and non-destructive testing techniques
LSO Certification for Laser Safety or the ability to become certified
Minimum 1 year of experience with ferrous, copper, or aluminum alloys and their processing techniques
Minimum 1 year of Experience with Scanning Electron Microscopy or other advanced microscopy techniques
Minimum 1 year of experience using Optical Microscopy
Minimum 1 year of experience in Non-Destructive Testing techniques (MPI, Dye penetrant, radiography, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of 8D, Shainin Red X, or other advanced problems solving techniques
Experience with AWS and ISO Joining specifications
Ability to recognize cultural differences in a global environment and effectively collaborate
Ability to speak German, or Spanish
Familiarity with automotive PPAP
Ability to provide cross-functional leadership across diverse working teams
Experience with failure analysis methodologies
Demonstrated supplier development experience
Experience with stainless steels.
Experience with Electron Beam and Laser welding equipment and techniques

Responsibilities

Identify emerging technological developments in the world of materials, materials characterization, and material processing (including welding and joining).
Provide material and materials process expertise for internal and external partners to solve materials process development, component development, and reliability concerns.
Perform failure analysis investigations to support internal and external partners.
Perform material process analyses, such as material joining, heat treatment, casting, and forging, of internal and external partners to ensure adherence to internal and external standards, and/or solve development or reliability concerns.
Interpret material specifications and requirements as they apply to Daimler Truck powertrain components.
Identify opportunities and drive improvements for both internal and external partners.
Value global collaboration and encourage global colleagues to engage in knowledge sharing across multiple regions and business units.
Recognizes cultural differences in a global environment and effectively collaborates within this diverse environment.
Must have the ability to effectively communicate detailed technical facts and concepts through both written and verbal communication with global internal and external partners.
Laser Safety Officer for 3 million sqf. heavy duty automotive machining and assembly facility
Weld quality and welding process support for various in-house processes including electron beam, laser, and manual welding operations

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