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Daimler Truck North America

Mechanical Product Validation Engineer I

Company: Daimler Truck North America

Location: Portland, Oregon

Posted on: December 20

Daimler Truck North America
parental leave, paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, Oregon, Portland
Dec 19, 2024

Inside the Role

Innovative products begin with talented, highly motivated individuals. DTNA invests substantially in Reliability & Quality programs, including a Reliability Growth (RG) Fleet. The purpose of these investments is to assure our customers' demands for the highest reliability, lowest downtime and minimal repair costs. To succeed in this role you will need to develop extensive overall vehicle knowledge and have determination to chase down issues to resolution.

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

Position offers a starting salary range of$67,500.00- $86,500.00USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k includes up to 8% match and nonelective contribution; full coverage benefit plan options; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive health and wellness programs; onsite fitness; tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off.

What You Drive at DTNA

  • Validation Engineering support of assigned vehicles from onboarding, during validation through to decommissioning

  • Monitor, track and manage vehicle failures, maintenance and updates with a focus on maximizing vehicle uptime

  • On site inspection of vehicles during (AM) shift change, review and follow up on driver comments, investigation of faults/failures and document issue details

  • Contribute to a collaborative work environment that fosters teamwork, trust and mutual respect

  • Interface with multiple teams including, but not limited to; Design and Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Product Validation Engineering Teams, Detroit Powertrain Team, Technicians and warehouse personal

  • Work to existing processes and help develop new processes as needed or assigned

  • Assist Design Engineering to determine root cause of complex problems

Knowledge You Should Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical and electronics engineering, mechanical engineering, or related engineering degree required

  • Strong written and oral communication skills

  • An assertive, resilient disposition and a positive attitude

  • Ambition, attention to detail, goal orientation and drive for timely issue resolution

  • Strong interest in both vehicle mechanical and mechatronics systems and integration

  • An active interest in electric vehicles and advanced vehicle technologies

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

  • Previous validation experience

  • Customer service experience

  • Knowledge of heavy-duty truck repair & service procedures

  • Exposure to heavy and medium duty products

  • Knowledge of DTNA Engineering systems

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. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

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.

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.

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