Project Engineer III

Daimler Truck North America • Portland, OR

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Engineering Platform Management is seeking an experienced Project Engineer III to join the Freight Efficiency and Powertrain Concepts (FEPT) team. The role manages product projects (PARs), with a focus on powertrain systems. The successful candidate will bring basic product knowledge, self-motivation, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to deliver against requirements. The position also interfaces with partners at Detroit, Cummins, and other powertrain suppliers.

This position is based in Portland, Oregon, and follows a hybrid schedule of four days per week in the office and one day remote. Relocation assistance is not available. The position is not open to visa sponsorship or to existing visa holders; applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where the position is located at the time of application. The final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check and may be required to complete a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business and preferably 5+ years of relevant experience, or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Self-motivated, proactive leadership, with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic AI skills to drive efficiency in project management tasks.
• Ability to independently lead cross-functional project teams and manage large, complex Engineering development projects.
• Demonstrated skills in project management processes.
• Knowledge and aptitude in powertrain, cab and chassis systems, electrical design, and/or vehicle software.
• Knowledge of product development processes and experience preparing and delivering presentations.

Nice To Haves

• Degree focus in project management, decision making, or operations.
• Knowledge and aptitude in the vehicle software development process.
• Knowledge of DTNA systems and business processes.
• Advanced AI skills to drive the future of EPM.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead product projects, including creating and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and technical content.
• Provide leadership to cross-functional departments on project-related topics.
• Coordinate and facilitate project meetings, including status reviews, design reviews, and mockup reviews.
• Work with Engineering and other departments to ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Identify risks and escalate them to management through project status reports and Quality Gate reporting.
• Use and support the DTNA Visual Management process.
• Track and report project performance against targets.
• Ensure change requests are addressed in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

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