Mechanical Product Design Engineer III - Suspensions

Daimler Truck AG•Portland, OR

1d•$104,000 - $133,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) Product Engineering develops product specifications, designs new products, and maintains heavy truck systems. The Mechanical Product Design Engineer III will lead the technical design and integration of selected rear steel suspension systems for vehicle development programs. The work aims to deliver safe, reliable, serviceable, manufacturable, durable, and competitive systems that meet cost, performance, and quality targets. The role involves collaborating across departments and with suppliers, providing technical leadership and guidance, and coordinating stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. The engineer will create and maintain designs and engineering documentation, support manufacturing, quality assurance, and service, and use warranty information and root-cause analysis to inform improvements. The position is hybrid in Portland, Oregon, with four days per week in the office and one day remote. Relocation assistance is not available. The position offers a salary range of $104,000 to $133,000 USD, depending on knowledge, skills, and experience. Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available. Final candidates must complete a criminal background check and may be required to complete a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and 5–7 years of experience.
At least one year of group leader, project lead, or mentoring experience.
Experience leading projects.
Experience teaching others relevant engineering concepts and tools.
Experience leading and mentoring others in identifying and solving the root causes of complex problems.
Experience leading implementation of cross-functional improvement initiatives.
Experience preparing and delivering presentations to small and large groups.
Demonstrated CAD expertise.
Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Experience developing creative design solutions for truck systems.
Experience designing parts using multiple processes.
Basic knowledge of vehicle assembly plant processes.
An attached resume is required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with two years of relevant experience.
Experience and communication skills working cross-culturally.
Experience with DTNA systems and knowledge of upstream and downstream processes.
Proven track record of strategic thinking and long-term planning.
Strong organizational network and ability to leverage it.
Positive and influential approach within the team and across the organization.
Experience in supplier development and management.

Responsibilities

Lead proprietary rear steel suspension integration projects within vehicle development programs.
Represent the team in technical staff, program core team, and other internal or external cross-functional meetings.
Develop system-level requirements, component specifications, and vehicle validation plans for rear steel suspensions.
Design and develop rear steel suspension systems using engineering principles to ensure they are manufacturable, durable, reliable, and serviceable.
Collaborate with suspension component suppliers to design, develop, and validate rear steel suspension systems integrated onto vehicle platforms.
Engage internal and external business partners to pursue designs that meet cost, performance, and quality targets.
Provide technical guidance to internal and external customers on rear steel suspensions and integration.
Build stakeholder consensus at project startup and maintain engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
Perform custom engineering work and support manufacturing plants, quality assurance, and service departments.
Monitor developments in the trucking industry and competitor landscape, and apply relevant knowledge to designs.
Complete assignments on time and within budget, and proactively communicate project issues, delays, and risks.
Participate in generating and implementing continuous-improvement ideas for the work environment, systems, tools, processes, product cost, and product quality.
Manage and prioritize multiple assignments in alignment with business goals.
Use CAD and other design tools to create and maintain 3D part designs, detailed 2D part and assembly drawings, GD&T, packaging studies, and installation diagrams; develop, release, and maintain accurate engineering documentation.
Collaborate with teammates to foster learning, improvement, and inclusion.
Use warranty information to inform design changes and strategic decisions.
Develop and manage long-term product portfolio plans with local and global colleagues.
Facilitate meetings and discussions, driving issues to resolution.
Use root-cause analysis to resolve development and field issues efficiently.

Benefits

Annual bonus program.
401(k) company contribution with company match up to 6%, plus a non-elective company contribution of 3–7% depending on age.
Starting at four weeks of paid vacation.
13 or more calendar holidays.
Eight weeks of paid parental leave.
Employee assistance program.
Comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs.
Onsite fitness facilities.
Tuition assistance.
Paid volunteer time off.
Short-term and long-term disability plans.