Project Engineer II

Daimler Truck North America

Project Engineer II at Daimler Truck North America managing engineering projects. Collaborating with cross-functional teams on product development and process improvement initiatives.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $86,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage Engineering projects.
Create detailed project timing plans and work closely with Engineering and other departments to ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget
Coordinate and facilitate project-related meetings such as status reviews, design reviews, mockup reviews, and visual management meetings
Publish minutes and track action items
Identify risks and escalate to management when appropriate.
Prepare project status reports and present CVDS gate updates to project committees
Assess feasibility, budget and timing for future product development project
Recommend scope changes to maximize return on investment
Recommend and assist with implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
Use and support the DTNA Visual Management process for running Projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 2-4 years of experience OR 6+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
self-motivated, proactive individual with strong communication skills
demonstrated skills in project management processes
knowledge of product development processes
experience preparing and giving presentations
excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
good networking skills and a strong interest in Project Management
ability to work with SharePoint, Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software packages
ability to handle multiple, detailed tasks and work professionally with various levels of DTNA management
ability to work in an environment of ambiguity & ongoing change
high level of oral and written communication skills
proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint
analytical and problem-solving ability.
An attached resume is required.

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
volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementproduct development processespresentation skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillsrisk identificationcontinuous improvement initiativesbudget assessmenttiming assessmentscope change recommendations

Soft Skills

self-motivatedproactivestrong communication skillsorganizational skillsnetworking skillsability to handle multiple tasksprofessionalismadaptabilityhigh level of oral communicationhigh level of written communication