Manufacturing Development Engineer - Chassis

REQUIREMENTS: Provide manufacturing support in vehicle assembly, vehicle operations, and various manufacturing processes. Provide engineering expertise in integrating workforce, energy, equipment, systems, processes, methods, materials and facilities into a cohesive, cost-efficient and productive system. Through concurrent engineering, identify production-related problems ahead of implementation into the plants. Apply advanced testing and manufacturing technology in machine control systems and automation into Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) manufacturing processes. Provide advanced engineering expertise and guidance on the specification, acquisition, and installation of equipment and truck components to ensure compliance with all government and safety regulations. Troubleshoot manufacturing problems at DTNA plants as they occur. Lead team of engineers in following through the design review and procurement process including budget preparation, justification, acquisition, facilities preparations, try out, equipment installation, labor standards and training coordination for assigned projects. Evaluate current assembly processes and assess capital investment plans for future production requirements. Identify, analyze and recommend opportunities to reduce cost and increase efficiencies of manufacturing operations. Apply project management skills and work closely with the plant, parts and equipment suppliers, and contractors to coordinate projects to their completion. Familiarity with manufacturing procedures and product knowledge and able to combine them with basic mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering principles to optimize truck manufacturing processes.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s degree is required. Manufacturing, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related technical engineering field is preferred. A minimum of 6 years manufacturing experience is required. Supervisory/project management experience is required. Knowledge in capital planning and equipment procurement is preferred. Good written and verbal communication skills in English are required and some fluency in Spanish is preferred. Proficiency in PC MS software and CAD systems is required. Knowledge of CATIA, AutoCAD and /or Solid Works is preferred. Company: Daimler Trucks North America Status: Full Time, Employee Category: Engineering Location: Portland, OR Reference Code: 51189–0308E Home | About Daimler Trucks North America | Media Room | Work at Daimler Trucks North America Copyright © Daimler Trucks North America LLC Privacy Statement, Legal Notices and Terms. All rights reserved. Daimler Trucks North America is a DaimlerCompany