Mechanical Product Design Engineer II

Daimler Truck North America

. Contribute to the technical development of multiple vehicle-level projects, quality improvements, and cost-saving initiatives .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the design and integration of mid-chassis components, particularly Fuel, DEF, and Air Tanks, while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to drive quality improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringMid-Chassis Component DesignDTNA Engineering ApplicationsCross-Functional Project Team SupportEffective Presentation And Documentation

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Hard Skills

Vehicle-Level Project DevelopmentCost OptimizationQuality ImprovementComponent IntegrationDesign Execution

Soft Skills

CollaborationEffective Communication

Industry Keywords

DTNA ModelsPAR ProcessesMarket Needs AnalysisContinuous Cost Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the technical development of multiple vehicle-level projects, quality improvements, and cost-saving initiatives
Develop mid-chassis mounted tanks and packaging
Integrate Fuel, DEF, and Air Tanks onto MD/HD/EV vehicle platforms
Execute assigned design work and support senior engineers
Optimize complexity and cost on assigned components and systems
Collaborate with VLE, Product Validation, Manufacturing, Service, Quality, Product Strategy, PVE, Product Engineering, and other business partners
Support development of best-in-class Air, DEF, and Fuel Tanks
Right-size the portfolio based on market needs
Drive continuous cost improvement
Work across DTNA models

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical preferred)
2 to 4 years of relevant experience
Demonstrated history of solid, consistent execution
Working understanding of DTNA Engineering applications and processes
Ability to create clear, effective presentations and documentation
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
Exposure to designing mid-chassis components
Familiarity with PAR Processes
Experience working within or supporting cross-functional project teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance is not available for this position
Hybrid schedule: 4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote
Equal employment opportunities and workplace inclusion
Accommodation or special assistance with applying available