CHEC Tool – CHEC Application Engineer

Inside the Role

Do you enjoy working with Customers directly to get their vehicles upfit in a timely manner? Have you been one of those people who can take the complex and make it easy? If any of these describe you, come join the Daimler CHEC team and grow your career with us. In this position, you will provide technical guidance, support, and aid training of users of the CHEC tool. Act as a Digital Experience liaison to multiple DTNA departments in regards to CHEC tool use and emerging needs. Communicating vocational Truck Equipment Manufacturers' (TEM's – also known as Truck Body Builders) support needs to DTNA engineering and service, as well as provide support to TEM's during upfit process.

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

• Secondary point of contact for the TEM’s, dealers, and customers as it relates to CHEC and custom parameter development.
• Clarify, define and develop technical requirements for custom parameter capabilities and features.
• Support validation of CHEC tool capabilities and features prior to service deployment.
• Support working with Customer Assistance Center, Vocational Sales, and partner TEM's to integrate CHEC.
• Liaise with CHEC, Digital Experience, Mechatronics, Vocational Engineering, CAC and other DTNA functions concerning CHEC and multiplexing.
• Occasional on-site support for TEMS, especially during launch. As well as new customers and complicated builds on a case by case basis.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics) and prefer 2-4 years of relevant experience required
• Electrical background/aptitude with some knowledge of DTNA body controllers required. Example: M2 architecture, 47X/49X architecture, and FCCC/TBB applications (Bulkhead Module, Chassis Module, SmartPlex, Expansion modules, Recreational Vehicle Modules, CEEA+)
• Some level of understanding of electronic control parameters, electrical harness pin management, and control systems, and switch and gauge processes required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 40%
• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• This position can be based in either Portland, OR or Ft Mill, SC. Flexibility to work Pacific Time zone hours due to customer support and field application is preferred.
• Understanding of electrical validation and troubleshooting.
• Customer service background.
• Knowledge of competitive products.

Where We Work

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

Fort Mill, SC US, 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.

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