Mechanical Product Design Engineer II

Inside the Role

The Product Engineering Frameworks Team at DTNA is at the heart of vehicle development. Current development projects include internal combustion, electric, as well as other emerging propulsion systems within MD/HD/EV vehicle platforms. The Tank team is responsible for the integration of Fuel, DEF, and Air Tanks onto the vehicle.

In this role, you will be a key contributor and an empowered leader in the Tanks team.
You will be responsible for the technical development of multiple vehicle-level projects, quality improvements, and cost saving initiatives. The scope of this role includes the development of mid-chassis mounted tanks and packaging.
This role is highly collaborative, and you will be working closely with cross functional teams in VLE, Product Validation, Manufacturing, Service, and Quality.

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

Inside the Role

Vehicle Frameworks is a dynamic and collaborative team that strives to work across the organization to deliver a best-in-class product to our customers. Our goal is to be application experts and to tailor our proven platforms to meet the specialized customer requirements of the vocational market.

This position is on the Vehicle Frameworks - Tanks Team where we support DTNA Engineering’s goal to engineer the best damn trucks by;

• Supporting the development of best-in-class Air, DEF, and Fuel Tanks
• Right sizing the portfolio based on market needs
• Continuously driving cost improvement
• Learning from and collaborating with senior engineers on the team

We work across all DTNA models.

As a member of this team, you will contribute to the above areas by executing assigned design work, supporting senior engineers, and growing your technical expertise.

What You Drive at DTNA

• DTNA market leadership through solid, well-executed design of mid-chassis mounted tanks.

• Complexity and cost optimization on assigned components and systems.

• Team performance through reliable execution and a collaborative mindset.

• Collaboration with Product Strategy, PVE, VLE, Product Engineering teams, and other key business partners.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• A demonstrated history of solid, consistent execution

• Working understanding of DTNA Engineering applications and processes

• A Bachelors degree in engineering (mechanical preferred) with 2 to 4 years of relevant experience

• Ability to create clear, effective presentations and documentation

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Exposure to designing mid-chassis components

• Familiarity with PAR Processes

• Experience working within or supporting cross-functional project teams

Where We Work

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

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

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.