Senior Engineer IV – Tech Lead, Complexity Optimization

Daimler Truck North America

. Serve as DTNA’s technical lead for complexity optimization .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in complexity optimization, product development processes, and cross-functional collaboration within engineering and manufacturing environments. Proven ability to influence technical decision-making and mentor teams while driving high-impact initiatives that enhance customer value and operational efficiency.

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Complexity OptimizationProduct Development ProcessesTechnical Decision-MakingCross-Functional CollaborationEngineering Governance

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSystems EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringComplexity ManagementValue EngineeringModular ArchitecturesDesign Standards DevelopmentMetal Component DesignPlastic Component Design

Soft Skills

Facilitation SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoringInfluencing SkillsGuiding Technical Discussions

Industry Keywords

AutomotiveCommercial VehicleOEM EnvironmentProduct LifecycleMatrixed OrganizationsSupply ChainAftermarket ConsiderationsEnterprise TransformationCustomer ApplicationsBusiness Needs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as DTNA’s technical lead for complexity optimization
Drive identification, development, and evaluation of technical complexity optimization opportunities
Develop technically and financially sound proposals
Guide Engineering teams in simplifying DTNA’s product portfolio, part portfolio, and manufacturing processes while preserving customer value, product functionality, and vehicle capability
Facilitate technical workshops and working sessions
Collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Quality, Service, Sales, Marketing, Product Strategy, and other functions
Identify and shape high-impact complexity optimization opportunities across DTNA’s product portfolio and operations
Present recommendations, tradeoffs, risks, and investment cases to Engineering and executive leadership
Partner with Engineering leadership to prioritize opportunities and secure resources for approved proposals
Establish methods and best practices for complexity optimization
Mentor teams and influence technical decision-making across the organization
Embed a complexity optimization mindset across DTNA’s engineering culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, industrial engineering, or a related technical field
12+ years of engineering experience in an industrial, automotive, or commercial vehicle OEM environment
Broad system-level understanding of vehicle architectures, systems, and product lifecycles
Demonstrated experience influencing technical direction and decision-making across multiple programs or platforms
Strong understanding of product development processes, engineering governance, and cross-functional interfaces
Proven ability to evaluate technical, financial, and operational tradeoffs without owning detailed design execution
Experience working in highly matrixed organizations with indirect authority
Strong facilitation and communication skills, including guiding technical discussions and presenting complex topics to senior leadership
Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, enterprise-wide initiatives
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Experience in complexity management, value engineering, modular architectures, standardization, or design standards development
Exposure to manufacturing, supply chain, or aftermarket considerations beyond core design engineering
Experience in the design and development of metal and plastic components and assemblies
Prior experience contributing to enterprise transformation or cross-product initiatives at DTNA or Daimler Truck
Understanding of customer applications, business needs, and factors that drive customer value
Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States at the time of application, unless they are current DTNA employees working under an existing U.S. DTNA visa
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

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
Potential pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check as part of the hiring process