Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or an associate's degree with 4 years of relevant experience.
Proficiency in CADD software for designing structures and complex assemblies.
Understanding of basic vehicle design principles.
Solid experience with Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
Responsibilities
Develop vehicle components and systems using engineering and CAD principles.
Apply engineering judgment to create solutions throughout the design lifecycle, supporting manufacturing and quality assurance.
Generate and organize specifications and concepts for future vehicle projects, ensuring they are current and documented.
Collaborate with multi-tier suppliers and various departments to ensure design compliance with specifications and regulations.
Benefits
401k company contribution with up to 8% match and a non-elective company contribution of 3-7%.
Starting at 4 weeks of paid vacation plus 13+ calendar holidays.
8 weeks of paid parental leave.
Comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs.
Tuition assistance and paid time off for volunteering.
Full Job Description
This position is in the Vehicle Access and Shielding team which is responsible for steps, shields, fairings, access support structures, radar mounts, back of cab access provisions, vocational provisions, and mudflaps. This team belongs to the Vehicle Exterior Engineering group, a member of the Product Engineering department.
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.
Position offers a starting salary range of $71,000 to $91,000USD
Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience
Benefits include 401k company contribution with company match up to 8% 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
Develop vehicle components and systems. Apply engineering and CAD principles to create designs that are reliable, serviceable, energy efficient, and competitive.
Apply sound engineering judgment to develop engineered solutions across the design lifecycle and to support the manufacturing plants, quality assurance, and the service department.
Develop specifications and concepts to support future vehicles projects. Maintain and organize these solutions, document their use, and keep them up to date.
Interface with our multi-tier suppliers and other groups such as the Vehicle Engineering dept, Validation, Analysis, Compliance, Manufacturing, Sales, and Marketing, to ensure conformance of designs to specifications, customer expectations, engineering practices and government regulations.
Knowledge You Should Bring
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree, or a corresponding associates degree with 4 years related experience
Experience with CADD software. Experience in CADD design of structures, complex assemblies, and/or class A surfaces.
An understanding of basic vehicle design principles.
Solid experience using Windows and Microsoft Office suite.
Exceptional Candidates Might Have
Strong independence in managing multiple assigned projects.
Experience with manufacturing processes, MRP systems, and Spec Requirements tools, such as ELM.
Experience with design specifications, components, and industry safety practices.
Experience working with people responsible for Engineering Systems, Feature requirements, Software, Architecture, and Functional Safety.
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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: Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.
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
