Technical Project Support Analyst

Daimler Truck•Detroit, MI

1d•$86,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Inside the Role Powertrain Platform Management North America is responsible for Detroit Powertrain Products from conception to end of production (EOP). We are the Powertrain strategy lead for North America (Voice of the Region) and DTNA interface with a symbiotic relationship in support of DTNA Market dominance. This position is new to our Team and will evolve as we identify new ways to drive our business in a more efficient and effective manner. The team member in this position will contribute in the following ways: • Work mainly within Axle, Transmission and eDrive product aggregates. Support on Engine and ATS as needed. • Support / steer Series Management activities for Axle, Transmission and eDrive. • Support / steer small to mid-sized projects for Axle, Transmission and eDrive. • Support / steer key areas of our business such as MCD (Material Cost Down), Quality driven change points and special projects. • Identify / implement KPI driven process and continuous improvement. • Identify / implement Simpler, Faster, Stronger process improvements within the team and department. 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 $86,000 – $110,000 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: Uses specific technical knowledge to plan, organize, and control resources, procedures, and timing for technical driven, quality driven, or cost reduction processes and projects. Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports, conducting risk analysis and monitoring the progress of plans against milestones and budgets. Provides technical and analytical guidance to module and project teams. Ensures adherence to quality standards and review of project deliverables. Analyzes and documents requirements by liaising with a range of cross functional users in the local and global organization. May manage the integration of vendor tasks and tracks and reviews vendor deliverables. 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

Degree focus in Engineering, Organizational or Project Management, Business or related technical field
2-4 years of relevant experience or 6 years experience in lieu of degree
Ability to steer a multi-functional team toward specific Series Management and Project targets.
Ability to think and drive results strategically with the mission of Powertrain Platform Management and key initiatives in mind.
Axle and Transmission product knowledge and production experience.
Working knowledge of our Global Module Team, Local Module Team and RIT (Regional Implementation Team) change management structure, processes and tools (ICM, Grafana, Rabit, PowerBI).
Working knowledge of basic project management concepts including CVDS, CPlace and Quality Gate deliverables
Experience collaborating with Global colleagues and representing the needs and targets of our customers.
Proven record of being well organized, able to handle multiple, detailed tasks in parallel and work professionally with cross functional teams, ability to effectively assess the level of data required in various settings to achieve specific targets and/or decisions.
Skills to effectively work on collaborative teams and demonstrate initiative, problem solving and analytical thought with minimal guidance.
Willingness and ability for moderate travel (10%) to other US States and Germany
Language: English (business fluent)
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

Responsibilities

Work mainly within Axle, Transmission and eDrive product aggregates. Support on Engine and ATS as needed.
Support / steer Series Management activities for Axle, Transmission and eDrive.
Support / steer small to mid-sized projects for Axle, Transmission and eDrive.
Support / steer key areas of our business such as MCD (Material Cost Down), Quality driven change points and special projects.
Identify / implement KPI driven process and continuous improvement.
Identify / implement Simpler, Faster, Stronger process improvements within the team and department.
Uses specific technical knowledge to plan, organize, and control resources, procedures, and timing for technical driven, quality driven, or cost reduction processes and projects.
Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports, conducting risk analysis and monitoring the progress of plans against milestones and budgets.
Provides technical and analytical guidance to module and project teams.
Ensures adherence to quality standards and review of project deliverables.
Analyzes and documents requirements by liaising with a range of cross functional users in the local and global organization.
May manage the integration of vendor tasks and tracks and reviews vendor deliverables.

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