Mechanical Product Design Engineer I

Daimler Truck AG

$71K — $91K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or 4 years of relevant technical experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Fundamental understanding of mechanical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with a team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanical products, components, and systems involving movement.
  • Support design, test, modification, fabrication, and assembly activities for prototypes.
  • Collaborate with marketing and industrial design teams to align product specifications with efficiency requirements.
  • Participate in component testing and validation for new engine mount system designs.
  • Assist in engineering documentation and change requests throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues efficiently.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for product quality and cost optimization.

Benefits

  • 401k with company contribution and matching up to 8%.
  • 4 weeks of paid vacation plus 13+ calendar holidays.
  • 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Employee assistance program and wellness programs.
  • Tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off.
  • Onsite fitness facilities at select locations.
  • Short-term and long-term disability plans.
Full Job Description

Inside the Role

Designs and develops mechanical products, components, or systems including applying mechanical engineering principles to develop products, components, and systems that involve movement (e.g., engines, vehicles, robots, prosthetic devices, energy conversion systems, machinery, etc.). Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype mechanical products and assemblies. Collaborates with marketing and industrial design teams to develop products that meet technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements. May also be involved with designing product specific manufacturing production processes and equipment

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 startingsalary range of$71,000 to $91,000USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperience

Benefits include 401kcompany contribution with company match up to8% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 13+ calendar holidays;8 weekspaidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

  • 020Support the design, development, release, and ongoing improvement of engine mounting components.

  • Involvement with component testing and validation activities for new engine mount system designs.

  • Assist with engineering documentation, change requests, and technical reports throughout the product lifecycle

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and supplier partners to investigate and resolve technical issues

  • Review and analyze technical data, drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance with internal standards and external requirements

  • Contribute to continuous improvement and complexity optimization initiatives focused on product quality, cost, and system robustness

  • Learn and apply DTNA engineering processes, development tools, and design principles

  • Support senior engineers with project execution, design reviews, and milestone deliverables

Knowledge You Should Bring

  • Bachelor27s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field and prefer 0-2 years of relevant experience, or 4 years of relevant engineering or technical experience in lieu of a degree

  • Fundamental understanding of mechanical systems

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and organizational skills

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

  • Internship or hands-on project experience related to automotive, heavy-duty vehicles, or industrial equipment

  • Exposure to product development, testing, or manufacturing environments

  • Familiarity with CAD tools (e.g. CATIA, NX, or similar)

  • Experience working with suppliers or cross-functional engineering teams

  • Demonstrated curiosity, ownership mindset, and desire to grow within a structured engineering organization

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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.

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