Mechanical Product Design Engineer I

Inside the Role

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 $71,000 - $91,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperience.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Develop new CAD, part & assembly drawings, installation diagrams, and releases on time and within budget.

• Demonstrate strong communication, organization, and presentation skills.

• Provide creative, technically feasible designs that satisfy customer needs while adhering to engineering standards and strategic direction.

• Collaborate with mockup-center on integration of new designs for manufacturability.

• Interface with product strategy and validation engineering to understand customer needs and system performance.

• Support Manufacturing, Service, and Quality organizations with their respective engineering inputs.

• Perform modal analysis and FEA as required for new part development.

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiates to systems, tools, processes, product costs, and quality.

• Prepare and deliver persuasive presentation material for executive audiences.

• Keep management informed on developments with key product issues and their resolution, and with the status of projects and special assignments.

• Be a strong voice for Chassis engineering in major programs.

• Actively contribute to a positive and inclusive culture within engineering.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology or related field

• 0-2 years of relevant experience

• Experience with Siemens NX or other 3D modeling design tools for creating and maintaining packaging studies

• Ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks on hand

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

• Working knowledge of Office Products: Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, One Note, etc.

• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Expert problem solving resolution skills (Shainin RedX, Six Sigma, 8D or similar)

• Experience managing large amounts of information within database or data extraction

• Finite Element Analysis experience

• Sheet metal and injection mold part design experience

• Experience with DTNA systems (ex. Shopcall, SMARAGD, IMACS+, ERS+, etc.)

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

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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.