Manufacturing Industrial Optimization Engineer I

Daimler Truck North America

. Support new products and industrialization projects by developing engineered labor standards for complex manufacturing processes .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $71,000 - $91,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing engineered labor standards and optimizing manufacturing processes using LEAN methods. Proficient in conducting time and motion studies and providing engineering analysis for workflows and facilities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Industrial EngineeringLEAN MethodsTime And Motion StudiesManufacturing Process OptimizationCross Functional Communication

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Hard Skills

Labor Standards DevelopmentEngineering AnalysisProcess DesignCapacity PlanningManufacturing Layout DevelopmentQuality AssuranceCost JustificationMake-Buy StudiesErgonomics OptimizationIndustrial Engineering Techniques

Soft Skills

Detail OrientedSelf-MotivatedReliableWell OrganizedCollaboration Skills

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingProcess OptimizationIndustrial EngineeringWorkflow AnalysisProduct Life Cycle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support new products and industrialization projects by developing engineered labor standards for complex manufacturing processes
Work with project teams implementing new projects and provide labor estimates from design concepts through production startup
Review new design concepts and recommend changes to optimize installation labor and ergonomics
Use LEAN methods to plan new processes and work cells and optimize existing operations
Maintain and update labor standards
Perform time and motion studies on complex tasks using standard Industrial Engineering methods
Assist in developing strategies, standards, guidelines, and procedures for labor standards
Provide engineering and economic analysis for facilities, workflows, methods, and processes
Participate in capacity planning, new equipment cost justification, and make-buy studies
Develop and maintain manufacturing and warehouse layouts for product introductions, capacity expansion, and continuous improvement
Apply industrial engineering techniques to product and process design throughout the product life cycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Process or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical education from an accredited university/college OR 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Detail oriented, reliable, and self-motivated
Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing, lean, process optimization methods and quality
Able to interpret engineering diagrams and develop labor estimates and/or standards based on design specifications and existing manufacturing processes
Strong cross functional communication and collaboration skills
Well organized and able to handle multiple, detailed tasks and work professionally with various levels of DTNA management
Advanced English speaking, reading, and writing required
Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States 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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus program
401(k) company contribution with company match up to 6%
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
Wellness programs
Onsite fitness at some locations
Tuition assistance
Volunteer paid time off
Short-term and long-term disability plans