Project Engineer III

Daimler Truck • Portland, OR

1d • $104,000 - $133,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Inside the Role DTNA Engineering Platform Management (EPM) is responsible for the project management of major new product project at DTNA, which includes product planning , technical feasibility studies, budget & schedule development, and coordination of work across impacted departments. EMP is an excellent department to gain knowledge of the entire product development process and project management for our product, as well as expanding your professional network. If you are looking to challenge yourself, expand your horizons and learn something new, this may be the position for you Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team Position offers a starting salary range of $104,000 – $133,000 USD Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as 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 and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. What You Drive At DTNA Manage and lead major Engineering Projects including the ownership, creation and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, costs and technical content Support project management activities including: required monthly project reporting, development of concept & feasibility studies, review of technical product specifications, and determination of project timing, scope and budgets Analysis of project deliverables against pre-established targets, & evaluation of budgeted resources vs. actual, & present project status reviews to steering committees and ensure project change requests are completed in a timely manner Ensure rigorous adherence to corporate product development processes including CVDS & DTNA Visual Project Management principles Identify/Monitor risks and concerns in C Place and ensure risks are escalated to senior management when appropriate and resolved in a timely manner Prioritize projects tasks and provide leadership in cooperation with cross functional departments including Engineering, Product Strategy, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality etc. Lead ad hoc assignments including leading any assigned task forces, executive design reviews and project feasibility studies critical to maintaining product integrity Coordinate and facilitate project related meetings such as Core teams, Management support and provide close support and maintain transparency to the PY train conductors as assigned for Decision Boards Manage development of new product technical requirements from Product Strategy roadmap & drive vehicle-specific performance objectives within Engineering Interface with global engineering teams for system wide project planning & reporting on global projects Recommend and assist with implementation of continuous improvement initiatives Build strong relationships while promoting a positive culture and team environment Knowledge You Should Bring BS/BA (Engineering, Cab/Chassis Design, Mechatronics Engineering, or Validation Engineering) or 4 year Business degree and 6+ years of relevant experience required Self-motivated, proactive individual with strong communication skills required Independently lead cross-functional project teams required Candidate must be a solid and effective communicator with good networking skills and a strong interest in Project Management required Demonstrated skills in project management processes required Knowledge and aptitude of powertrain, cab/chassis systems, electrical design, and/or vehicle software required Knowledge of product development processes required Excellent organizational and problem solving skills required Ability to work with Microsoft SharePoint, Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software packages required Candidate must be well organized, able to handle multiple, detailed tasks and work professionally with various levels of DTNA management required Exceptional Candidates Might Have Knowledge and aptitude of vehicle software development preferred Knowledge of DTNA product Development processes and Daimler Trucks Product Line preferred Experience working on a DTNA project team preferred  Knowledge of the DTNA systems and business processes preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Schedule Type: Onsite At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving. Additional Information This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in 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 Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions EEO - Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935. SHAPE YOUR FUTURE. CHANGE THE WORLD. Are you ready to join the inspired people who are helping shape the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing? Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions—mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and more—both within our company and in our offices around the world.

Requirements

• BS/BA (Engineering, Cab/Chassis Design, Mechatronics Engineering, or Validation Engineering) or 4 year Business degree and 6+ years of relevant experience required
• Self-motivated, proactive individual with strong communication skills required
• Independently lead cross-functional project teams required
• Candidate must be a solid and effective communicator with good networking skills and a strong interest in Project Management required
• Demonstrated skills in project management processes required
• Knowledge and aptitude of powertrain, cab/chassis systems, electrical design, and/or vehicle software required
• Knowledge of product development processes required
• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills required
• Ability to work with Microsoft SharePoint, Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software packages required
• Candidate must be well organized, able to handle multiple, detailed tasks and work professionally with various levels of DTNA management required

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and aptitude of vehicle software development preferred
• Knowledge of DTNA product Development processes and Daimler Trucks Product Line preferred
• Experience working on a DTNA project team preferred
• Knowledge of the DTNA systems and business processes preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead major Engineering Projects including the ownership, creation and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, costs and technical content
• Support project management activities including: required monthly project reporting, development of concept & feasibility studies, review of technical product specifications, and determination of project timing, scope and budgets
• Analysis of project deliverables against pre-established targets, & evaluation of budgeted resources vs. actual, & present project status reviews to steering committees and ensure project change requests are completed in a timely manner
• Ensure rigorous adherence to corporate product development processes including CVDS & DTNA Visual Project Management principles
• Identify/Monitor risks and concerns in C Place and ensure risks are escalated to senior management when appropriate and resolved in a timely manner
• Prioritize projects tasks and provide leadership in cooperation with cross functional departments including Engineering, Product Strategy, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality etc.
• Lead ad hoc assignments including leading any assigned task forces, executive design reviews and project feasibility studies critical to maintaining product integrity
• Coordinate and facilitate project related meetings such as Core teams, Management support and provide close support and maintain transparency to the PY train conductors as assigned for Decision Boards
• Manage development of new product technical requirements from Product Strategy roadmap & drive vehicle-specific performance objectives within Engineering
• Interface with global engineering teams for system wide project planning & reporting on global projects
• Recommend and assist with implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
• Build strong relationships while promoting a positive culture and team environment

Benefits

• annual bonus program
• 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as 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 and wellness programs
• onsite fitness (at some locations)
• tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
• short-term and long-term disability plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level