Project Engineer, Chassis Electric Routing - TRATON R&D US, LLC
About The Position
TRATON R&D US, LLC is seeking a Project Engineer, Chassis Electric Routing for its U.S. R&D team. TRATON is integrating the independent R&D organizations of Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus into a single global R&D organization to accelerate the introduction of new technologies and solutions for commercial vehicles. The Electric Routing organization develops solutions for routing power cables and wire harnesses throughout vehicle chassis. Its work includes cable-support clips, interface connections to end components, environmental protection, and design for manufacturing. The role supports robust performance, safety, and compliance from concept through production and launch.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Computer Science and at least 2 years of product design/development and/or computer science experience; or a master's degree in one of these fields and at least 1 year of such experience; or a PhD in one of these fields.
- Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (U.S. Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee, or Asylee) to work in the United States.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience delivering formal presentations.
- Ability to review engineering designs for completeness, accuracy, and manufacturability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
Nice To Haves
- Strong experience in truck and/or automotive design and development processes.
- Background in engineering design release processes.
- Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling software on any platform.
- Experience in dynamic simulation of flexible media, including electric cables, pneumatic lines, and hoses.
- Working knowledge of commercial vehicle starting and charging circuits, resistance calculations, and proper gauge sizing.
- Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, Six Sigma, and Lean principles.
- Experience developing and executing DFMEA, DRD, and DVP documentation.
- Exposure to mechatronics systems.
Responsibilities
- Independently execute engineering projects, taking ownership of routine assignments and using sound judgment to navigate new and complex challenges.
- Apply engineering expertise, critical thinking, and established standards to identify technical issues, evaluate options, and deliver practical solutions.
- Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve system- and component-level challenges and implement durable solutions that improve product performance, quality, and reliability.
- Build partnerships with engineering, manufacturing, testing, quality, marketing, and external stakeholders to advance projects.
- Serve as a technical link across the product lifecycle, helping move products from concept and development through production and launch.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
