Manufacturing Assembly Process Engineer – IV

Daimler Truck North America

Manufacturing Engineer developing innovative vehicle assembly processes at Daimler Trucks. Leading cross-functional teams and ensuring quality manufacturing solutions in Portland, OR.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Chassis Manufacturing Engineering, focusing on developing and implementing innovative vehicle assembly processes while leading cross-functional teams. Proficient in advanced manufacturing technologies, project management, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

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Chassis Manufacturing EngineeringProject ManagementAdvanced Manufacturing TechnologyCross-Functional Team LeadershipEngineering Process Optimization

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringProcess DevelopmentBudget PreparationTroubleshootingAutomationMachine Control SystemsFacilities ModernizationIndustry 4.0 PrinciplesVehicle Assembly Processes

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

FAL DeliverablesPAR ProjectsNPP ProjectsConnected SystemsComplianceSafety RegulationsProduction RequirementsEngineering PrinciplesCapital Investment PlansVehicle Electronic Programming Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Chassis Manufacturing Engineering combines a diverse engineering background, including mechanical and manufacturing engineering, with hands-on vehicle product knowledge and applied project management.
As a manufacturing engineer, you will bring your experience and enthusiasm to the team, take a lead role in developing and establishing effective processes and technologies, and help to grow knowledge within the Pre-Paint and Mid Chassis ME team and the department.
Innovate, create, and develop vehicle assembly processes.
Design, develop and deliver manufacturing processes that offer unmatched quality and features to our customers.
Lead both cross functional ME teams as well as lead the Mid-Chassis and Engine Assembly ME team in day to day Product Project and Non Product Project deliverables.
Develop the strategy to update current brown field facilities with Reference factory principals while being focused on: facilities modernization, connected systems, Factory 2033 systems, industry 4.0 principals and MCS.
Lead team of engineers in following through the design review and procurement process including budget preparation, justification, acquisition, facilities preparations, tryout, equipment installation, labor standards and training coordination for assigned projects.
Through concurrent engineering, identify production-related problems ahead of implementation into the plants.
Apply advanced manufacturing technology in machine control systems and automation into 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.
Evaluate current assembly processes and assess capital investment plans for future production requirement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires a Bachelors Degree
Typically requires 5-7 years of relevant experience or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Requires specialized knowledge of own field and deep experience integrating related field knowledge into work
Leads department or cross-functional programs of notable risk, resource requirements and/or complexity
Uses sophisticated analytical thought to solve highly complex problems and identify innovate solutions
Serves as a guide for others in area of expertise
Acts as an advisor to management and key external stakeholders on broad ranging projects
Uses experience to contribute to standards in which others will operate
Outgoing individual who is solution oriented and has excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to accomplish tasks with the highest standards of ethics while having a proven track record of developing strong working relationships with fellow employees
Demonstration of leadership behaviors and experience leading cross functional teams.
Firm understanding and ability to execute all FAL deliverables associated with PAR and NPP projects within Manufacturing Engineering.
Ability to network and create allies with upstream and downstream stakeholders.
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles with proven ability to apply technologies, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the production of vehicle electronic programming systems or related engineered components required
Understanding of engineering processes & downstream impacts

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Competitive salaries
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