Materials Engineering Technician

Daimler Truck North America•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material and Process Technology (MPT) department at DTNA is looking for Materials Engineering Technician to join our team. The MPT Materials Engineering Technician is responsible for providing laboratory support to our Materials Engineering team from ideation through end of life to ensure Daimler Truck and industry requirements are fulfilled.

Requirements

3 years of relevant experience or AA degree + 1 year of relevant experience
Familiarity with heavy-duty powertrain components
Familiarity with and be comfortable with heavy-duty sectioning equipment such as industrial band saws, enclosed chop saws, and other industrial equipment and environments
Strong attention to detail
Ability to follow complex work plans
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

College level classes in Material Science and/or Metallurgy
Familiarity with materials sample preparation techniques including sample preparation and metallography
Familiarity with inventory management systems
Familiarity with lean management principles

Responsibilities

Provide support for DTNA Materials Engineers conducting materials characterization and/or failure analysis investigations via testing, sectioning, and sample preparation of heavy-duty powertrain components
Support laboratory equipment preventative maintenance programs
Support laboratory processes such as inventory management, consumable purchases, quality initiatives, etc.

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