Mechanical Product Validation Engineer II

Inside the Role

In our department within Daimler Trucks North America, Product Validation Engineering (PVE) is responsible for all component and system level validation work to assure our products are industry leaders in reliability as well as supporting the lowest Total Cost of Ownership objectives for our customers.

PVE's Vehicle Performance Group is responsible for the development and validation in the areas of thermodynamics, data acquisition & processing, fuel economy, steering, braking, handling, NVH, and vehicle systems performance integration.

This specific group within Vehicle Performance plans, executes, and reports out on Summer Test and Winter Test activities as well as local testing that includes our Climatic Wind Tunnel and Cold Chamber.

We are looking for an experienced engineer with interest in joining our Vehicle Thermodynamics and Integration (VTI) team who will focus on the validation of engineering designs for current and future products.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $ 82,000.00 - $104,500.00 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperience

• Benefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to 6 % as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;
• starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 13+ calendar h olidays; 8 weeks paidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms;

onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

Lead PVE's VTI group in the area of thermodynamics including, but not limited to vehicle exterior elemental exposure systems with current and future technology vehicles

Lead segments of our our semi-annual Summer and Winter Tests each year including areas of responsibilities and rotation areas such as instrumentation and CANape

Support Cold Chamber and Climatic Wind Tunnel activities.

Uphold a team focus with willingness to help and support the VTI group beyond areas of direct responsibility.

Develop and plan test activities with close collaboration with Design Engineering and Powertrain colleagues.

Analyze test results and undertake root cause analysis of shortcomings requiring corrective action, propose changes to improve component design and / or vehicle system performance

Provide timely written and verbal status reports to management as well as internal and external customers.

Promote and facilitate a culture of learning and continuous improvement with staff, customers and suppliers.

Actively engage customers and suppliers including : Detroit, Global Powertrain, Design Engineering, Engineering Platform Management, and all PVE functions.

May lead team or department project or work streams

Position will require some travel throughout the year (including ST and WT). Infrequently, some local travel may occur with relatively short notice.

Knowledge You Should Bring

Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Bachelor's Degree

2-4 years of relevant vehicle testing experience

1-3 years of CANape experience

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

Event planning experience that includes technical, resource, and personnel scheduling

Background in Powertrain systems

Experience with managing test plans

Understanding of engineering processes and downstream impacts

Ability to provide informal guidance to new team members including interns

This position is not eligible for relocation support

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Where We Work

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

Portland, OR US, Portland Corp 3 - DTNA

YOU MAKE US - YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

People are what makes us - everyone makes the difference at Daimler Truck. As one global team, we drive success : from conventional powertrains to the future of sustainable transportation.

We build to solve. Constantly pursuing our goals. Our culture. Our daily life.

It's your impact that makes the difference. Only together, will we achieve more sustainable transportation, reduce our carbon footprint, increase safety on and off the track, develop smarter technology and financial solutions.

All essential, to fulfill our purpose for all who keep the world moving. That's why we rely on each other. We start with listening to your insights, thoughts, and ideas.

Let's unleash our collective potential to build our future, progress together and lead with the long view. Because everything you do has an impact.

It matters. This is what we call impact Culture.

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 / Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce 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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