Manufacturing Industrial Optimization Engineer I

Daimler Truck North America

. Work with project teams implementing new projects .

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 Industrial Engineering techniques, including labor estimation, process optimization, and lean manufacturing principles. Proficient in developing labor standards and optimizing workflows to enhance operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Industrial EngineeringLean ManufacturingProcess OptimizationLabor Standards DevelopmentTime And Motion Studies

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Hard Skills

Labor EstimationProcess DesignManufacturing LayoutsEngineering AnalysisCapacity PlanningQuality ControlErgonomics OptimizationStandard Industrial Engineering MethodsWorkflow OptimizationDesign Concept Review

Soft Skills

Detail OrientedSelf-MotivatedCross Functional CommunicationCollaborationOrganizational Skills

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingProcess EngineeringProduction StartupEconomic AnalysisMake-Buy Studies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with project teams implementing new projects
Provide labor estimates throughout project phases from design concepts through production startup
Review new design concepts and generate engineered labor standards
Recommend design changes to optimize install labor and ergonomics
Use LEAN methods to plan new processes and work cells
Optimize existing operations to eliminate waste and increase efficiencies
Maintain and update existing labor standards
Perform time and motion studies on complex tasks using standard Industrial Engineering methods
Assist in developing strategies, standards, guidelines, and procedures for documenting and establishing labor standards
Provide engineering and economic analysis support 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
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
Must be well organized, able to handle multiple, detailed tasks, and work professionally with various levels of DTNA management
Advanced English speaking, reading, and writing required
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
Travel required: 15 - 25% in the US and Mexico

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus program
401k 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
Relocation assistance is not available for this position