Mechanical Product Design Engineer II

Inside the Role

PE-Frameworks Engineering is a dynamic and collaborative team that strives to work across the organization to deliver a best in class product to our customers. The Upfit Teams' goal is to be application experts and to tailor our proven platforms to meet the specialized customer requirements of the vocational market.
Chassis customization is a critical aspect of our Vocational products and Customer Experience. As an engineer on the PE - Frameworks Chassis Upfit team, you will fulfill custom chassis configuration requests for specific chassis components (ex: Air/Fuel/Def/Hydraulic Tanks, Battery/Tool boxes, Drivelines, Air Dryers, Cross-members) in support of specific truck applications (ex: Vacuum, Tanker, Dump, Mixer, Wrecker bodies and Heavy Haul Tractors) with the end goal of enabling customers to streamline their body upfit installation.
As a member of our team, you will be responsible for developing engineering solutions, performing chassis packaging analysis, evaluating component placement, and creating compliant vehicle configurations that meets their needs and supports industry leading upfit timing. Our goal is for continuous improvement. We are a learning organization that strives for the highest standards and takes pride in our work.

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

• Typically requires a Bachelors Degree • Typically requires 2-4 years of relevant experience or 6 years experience in lieu of degree • Requires working knowledge and expanded professional experience in job field • Requires understanding of key business drivers • Works independently within guidelines and policies to solve problems of moderate complexity • Provides informal guidance to new team members • May lead projects or processes as required

What You Drive at DTNA   

• Work closely with Customer Application Engineering to understand our customers’ chassis and packaging needs related but not limited to mid-chassis components and frame customizations.

• Develop and execute solutions for customer and Truck Equipment Manufacturer requirements.

• Work closely with Manufacturing to identify custom builds and address any issues that arise.

• Develop minor new options related to area(s) of responsibility.

• Support the team with preparation and maintenance of metrics and visual management.

• Support senior engineers with configuration management and by providing solutions to enable acquisition of conquest business within assigned applications.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical Engineering or related engineering field with 2 – 4 years of related experience required.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to the needs of the Vocational team and customers.
• Ability to effectively interface and communicate within the Vocational team, cross functionally, and with customers.
• High level of proficiency expected in general office applications such as MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.
• Moderate level of proficiency expected in verbal and written skills, and in preparing and giving technical presentations.
• Moderate level of proficiency with CAD systems (preferably NX) and Engineering documentation.
• Entry level of proficiency with mid-chassis systems packaging. Ex: Drivelines, Air Systems, Fuel/Def Tanks, Battery/Tool boxes, Steps

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Moderate level proficiency in mid-chassis system packaging. Ex: Drivelines, Air Systems, Fuel/Def Tanks, Battery/Tool Boxes
• Moderate level proficiency in Daimler internal systems such as Imacs, Smaragd, ERS
• Entry level proficiency in data analysis tools like Power Bi.
• Entry level proficiency in VBA/Excel Macro programming

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.

U.S. Visa sponsorship available if you qualify under the following:

• Hold a valid existing Visa (L1A, L1B, L2, TN, H1B, H4 EAD, OPT EAD, CPT)
• Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa
• Those eligible for a TN Visa (Canadian or Mexican National working in an Engineering, Accounting or Scientific Technologist capacity with an aligning degree)
• Those eligible for an L-1 (inter-company) Daimler Truck visa under the Corporate Blanket L-1 program would require at least one-year of qualifying experience in the last three years

Additional Information

• 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.