Mechanical Product Design Engineer I

Daimler Truck North America

Last Updated: 2/24/2026 12:35:02 AM

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Current Days Open
7
Reqs Seen
4
Current Min Salary
$71,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$91,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
5.5
First Seen
2/18/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$71,000.00 (Yearly)
8/17/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$91,000.00 (Yearly)
8/17/2026

Full Job Description

Inside the Role Routing & Manufacturability is a dynamic, forward thinking design team that develops solutions to meet our customers unique requirements. We work directly with our sales organization, manufacturing, and field service teams in order to get our customer's trucks on the road and keep them working efficiently around the world. Our work encompasses many different vehicle platforms where we lead design strategy for the chassis routings with a focus on quality and manufacturability. If you like working with leading experts of heavy truck technologies and are searching for a career where you will gain experience in design and product development while developing your leadership skills, this is the right job for you. 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 $71,000 $91,000 USD Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. What You Drive at DTNA Develop new CAD, part & assembly drawings, installation diagrams, and releases on time and within budget. Demonstrate strong communication, organization, and presentation skills. Provide creative, technically feasible designs that satisfy customer needs while adhering to engineering standards and strategic direction. Collaborate with mockup-center on integration of new designs for manufacturability. Interface with product strategy and validation engineering to understand customer needs and system performance. Support Manufacturing, Service, and Quality organizations with their respective engineering inputs. Perform modal analysis and FEA as required for new part development. Identify and implement continuous improvement initiates to systems, tools, processes, product costs, and quality. Prepare and deliver persuasive presentation material for executive audiences. Keep management informed on developments with key product issues and their resolution, and with the status of projects and special assignments. Be a strong voice for Chassis engineering in major programs. Actively contribute to a positive and inclusive culture within engineering. Knowledge You Should Bring Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology or related field 0-2 years of relevant experience Experience with Siemens NX or other 3D modeling design tools for creating and maintaining packaging studies Ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams Ability to prioritize multiple tasks on hand Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills Working knowledge of Office Products: Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, One Note, etc. An attached resume is required Exceptional Candidates Might Have Expert problem solving resolution skills (Shainin RedX, Six Sigma, 8D or similar) Experience managing large amounts of information within database or data extraction Finite Element Analysis experience Sheet metal and injection mold part design experience Experience with DTNA systems (ex. Shopcall, SMARAGD, IMACS+, ERS+, etc.) #LI-DC1 #LI-Hybrid 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, were 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 DTNAs 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. 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. SHAPE YOUR FUTURE. CHANGE THE WORLD. Are you ready to join the inspired people who are helping shape the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing? Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functionsmechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and moreboth within our company and in our offices around the world.

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