Occupant Controls System Owner I

Inside the Role

This exciting role will shape the way drivers interact with our product. As the Occupant Controls System Owner, you will define interactions between the driver and product, and actively participate in a global team developing the definitive Freightliner/Western Star experience.

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

What You Drive at DTNA

This role will be central to our new development projects, defining the specific controls interfaces for the users of our vehicles. The right candidate will:

• Participate in cross-functional teams to define the driver interface,
• Own the Occupant Controls system and be accountable for the instantiation of all implementations into the system definition,
• Coordinate with stakeholders representing differing priorities from cross-functional perspectives
• Be willing to pilot design methodologies with the goal of improving our processes

Knowledge You Should Bring

• A Bachelors degree and 0-2 years of experience, of 4 years of relevant engineering experience, is required.
• Requirements authoring and technical writing skills
• An interest in Human-Machine-Interface design
• Understanding of the function and use of commercial vehicles
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent Teamwork skills
• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• A Bachelors in Engineering is preferred
• Experience in Systems Engineering
• Experience with requirements management tools i.e. IBM DOORs
• Experience with process management tools i.e. JIRA
• Experience creating/deploying digital tools
• Excellent organization and time-management skills

#LI-Hybrid #LI-RR1

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.