Mechanical Product Design Engineer I

Daimler Truck AG • Gaffney, SC

20h • $59,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Inside the Role The Cab & Chassis Engineering team is responsible for the development, design, and integration of chassis components for industry leading heavy duty specialty vehicles. Cab & Chassis Engineering includes, but not limited to: frame rails, frame cross-members, floor, body & cab structures, HVAC components, and fuel tanks for on-highway vehicle chassis models. These chassis models, produced by Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation, include applications for: truck, bus, RV, and motor coach vehicles. 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 $59,000 - $100,000 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 Apply theoretical principles and engineering techniques to design a vehicle or vehicle components that are reliable, serviceable, energy efficient, competitive, and use the latest industry technology. Uses computer-aided engineering (CAE) to solve complex vehicle design problems using finite element analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and fatigue analysis Creation, release and maintenance of vehicle components, installation diagrams and bill of materials (BOM) Address production & field issues with swift and thorough corrective actions including both long term and short-term solutions May also be involved with designing product specific manufacturing production processes and equipment Collaborates with marketing and industrial design teams to develop products that meet technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements Interface with product regulation and compliance personnel to design vehicles that meet government regulations, restrictions and codes. Interface with the Test and Validation team to analyze problems encountered in prototype development and testing. Support the creation of test plans, execution of test results. Knowledge You Should Bring Bachelor’s degree with focus in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited college/university required. Demonstrated teamwork skills, including cross-functional collaboration Ability to learn and work within standard practices and procedures Ability to analyze information and problems of limited scope Strong oral and written communication skills Understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes & downstream impacts Works within standardized procedures to meet objectives and deadlines Microsoft Office (including Microsoft Project). Experience with identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems Demonstrated ability to accomplish tasks with the highest level of ethics while having a proven track record of developing strong working relationships with fellow employees. Exceptional Candidates Might Have 1-2 years of related experience preferred. CAE design experience, using NX or similar software Automotive design experience Basic working knowledge of vehicle systems Practical hands-on experience in application of engineering skills Project management experience Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Gaffney, SC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Schedule Type: Onsite At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving. Additional Information This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders 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 Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions EEO - Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935. SHAPE YOUR FUTURE. CHANGE THE WORLD. Are you ready to join the inspired people who are helping shape the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing? Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions—mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and more—both within our company and in our offices around the world.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with focus in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited college/university required.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills, including cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to learn and work within standard practices and procedures
• Ability to analyze information and problems of limited scope
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes & downstream impacts
• Works within standardized procedures to meet objectives and deadlines
• Microsoft Office (including Microsoft Project).
• Experience with identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish tasks with the highest level of ethics while having a proven track record of developing strong working relationships with fellow employees.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years of related experience preferred.
• CAE design experience, using NX or similar software
• Automotive design experience
• Basic working knowledge of vehicle systems
• Practical hands-on experience in application of engineering skills
• Project management experience

Responsibilities

• Apply theoretical principles and engineering techniques to design a vehicle or vehicle components that are reliable, serviceable, energy efficient, competitive, and use the latest industry technology.
• Uses computer-aided engineering (CAE) to solve complex vehicle design problems using finite element analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and fatigue analysis
• Creation, release and maintenance of vehicle components, installation diagrams and bill of materials (BOM)
• Address production & field issues with swift and thorough corrective actions including both long term and short-term solutions
• May also be involved with designing product specific manufacturing production processes and equipment
• Collaborates with marketing and industrial design teams to develop products that meet technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements
• Interface with product regulation and compliance personnel to design vehicles that meet government regulations, restrictions and codes.
• Interface with the Test and Validation team to analyze problems encountered in prototype development and testing.
• Support the creation of test plans, execution of test results.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level