Mechanical Product Design Engineer I

Daimler Truck North America

. Design and develop coolant systems plumbing, tanks, vent lines, and third-party engine integration hardware .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $71,000 - $91,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing coolant systems, including plumbing and integration hardware, while utilizing Siemens NX for 3D modeling and GD&T. Proven ability to engage with cross-functional teams and optimize product quality and processes in compliance with engineering standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Coolant Systems DesignSiemens NX Solid ModelingProblem-Solving TechniquesEngineering ComplianceDTNA Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

3D ModelingGD&TEngineering DesignProduct DevelopmentCost Optimization

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationTask PrioritizationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Siemens NXPLATONIMACS+

Industry Keywords

Engineering ProcessesProduct Quality ImprovementMulti-Tier Supplier ManagementCustom Work OrdersGovernment Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop coolant systems plumbing, tanks, vent lines, and third-party engine integration hardware
Use problem-solving techniques to develop solutions throughout the product development cycle
Create and maintain 3D models, drawings, and GD&T using NX and related tools
Continuously improve product quality, tools, and processes
Engage in cost and complexity optimization initiatives
Respond to Custom Work Orders, Plant Build issues, and Customer Field Concerns
Interface with product design, validation engineering, compliance, manufacturing, sales, and marketing teams
Work with multi-tier suppliers to ensure designs conform to specifications, customer expectations, engineering practices, and government regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with quality
Demonstrated strong verbal and written skills
Understanding of engineering upstream and downstream processes
Proven follow-through and ability to work independently
Prior experience with DTNA systems (PLATON, IMACS+) preferred
Experience using Siemens NX for solid modeling preferred
Ability to work permanently in the United States without visa sponsorship
Successful completion of a criminal background check
May be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

401k company contribution with company match up to 8%
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