PVE Systems Integration Engineer II

Inside the Role

The Product Validation Engineering (PVE) vehicle integration team is responsible for sub-system and full vehicle electrical and electronic validation of DTNA products. This includes our Freightliner, Western Star, Medium Duty and Electrical Vehicles platforms. This position is part of the Powertrain E/E Integration team within PVE that is responsible for vehicle level powertrain integration topics for combustion and electric trucks with proprietary and third party powertrains. Our validation is conducted in workshops, on the road, and at offsite testing facilities. This team interfaces with many departments in the organization including TT/S, Chassis and Detroit Engineering. This role will focus on leading engine feature integration and validation for Detroit powertrains. You will be responsible for defining and executing the strategy for engine feature validation within the PTM department. You will partner with design to ensure that we have a robust end to end validation process that will enable DTNA to provide best in class powertrain functionality to our customers. Additionally, you will be responsible for supporting projects, process improvement initiatives and continuous improvement ideas within the PTM department in PVE. Powertrain integration is a major key to our success at DTNA and is certainly an exciting opportunity for a candidate looking to explore new technical challenges alongside an opportunity to build their leadership skills cross functionally.

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

• Define validation strategy and lead validation efforts for engine related feature topics
• Partner with design to align on validation strategies
• Support planning efforts for powertrain development workshops
• Support strategic department initiatives within the department stretching over projects, areas of continuous improvement and process initiatives
• Create test plans that outline main inputs and outputs to fulfill validation requirements for powertrain features
• Mentor and support team members to become expert test engineers as they join the team
• Broaden expertise outside of immediate responsibilities and become an expert in powertrain integration topics 

Knowledge You Should Bring

•  Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in Mechanical, Electrical or related engineering field and 2 years of experience OR 5 years related experience
• Experience finding solutions to complex system issues required
• Willingness to learn and train others required
• Must be well organized, able to handle multiple, detailed tasks, and work professionally with various levels of DTNA management
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented, reliable and self-motivated
• Ability to work in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change
• Ability to obtain a commercial driver’s license
• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

•  Experience with DTNA vehicle electrical architecture
•  Experience with DTNA powertrain development processes
• Previous vehicle validation experience and knowledge of automotive systems
• Knowledge of Vector tools (e.g. CANape, CANalyzer, etc.)
• 2 years of design or validation experience related to Mechatronics topics

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.

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