Product Engineer I – Brake and Pneumatics Systems, Vehicle Dynamics

Daimler Truck North America

. Working within the Foundation Brakes, Wheel Ends, and Vendor Suspension Group, this role has a direct impact on vehicle performance through the development and specification of brake, wheel end, and suspension components.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $71,000 - $91,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Working within the Foundation Brakes, Wheel Ends, and Vendor Suspension Group, this role has a direct impact on vehicle performance through the development and specification of brake, wheel end, and suspension components.
Contribute to both current production and new product development programs, designing and integrating systems that support best‑in‑class performance and cost targets.
Partner closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to develop brake, wheel end, and suspension solutions for steer, drive, and pusher axles.
Ensure optimal performance, durability, and value during the successful integration of supplier components and systems into DTNA vehicles.
Engage in cross‑functional collaboration, supplier technical engagement, and system‑level development to deliver industry‑leading brake and suspension solutions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, 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
Experience applying relevant Mechanical Engineering concepts and tools.
Demonstrated CAD Experience with preference to Siemens NX.
Demonstrated strong verbal & written skills.
Demonstrated collaborative skill in team environments
Experience identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems
Demonstrated strategic foresight, ability to anticipate questions/next steps, and ability to motivate self and others.
Experience preparing presentations.
Demonstrated strong mechanical aptitude.

Benefits

Comp & perks

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6%
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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringMechatronicsCADSiemens NXproblem solvingsystem-level developmentperformance optimizationdurability analysiscost analysis

Soft Skills

verbal communicationwritten communicationcollaborationstrategic foresightself-motivationteamworkpresentation skillsroot cause analysisanticipation of questionscomplex problem solving

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Mechatronics