Assembly Maintenance Engineer - 2nd Shift

Daimler Truck North America; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America in Detroit, MI is looking for a maintenance/line engineer to provide direct support for Engines and Axles Assembly. The role includes project work and production support, requiring ownership to meet daily and future production needs while interfacing with line supervisors and hourly workers.

The position runs on the 2nd shift (3:00pm – 11:00pm) and offers a competitive starting salary with comprehensive benefits and company programs designed to support work-life

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Analytical ability for complex problems.
• Proficiency with PC hardware and Windows software.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct line/maintenance engineering support for Engines and Axles Assembly processes.
• Interface with line supervisors and hourly workforce to ensure adherence to methods and metrics.
• Review drawings/BOMs; develop spare parts lists; implement preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot tooling and equipment; develop and implement tooling for product changes.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Project management

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

PC proficiency (Windows)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCad LT

Torque tooling

Kistler/Promess hardware

Windows OS

Job description

Inside the Role

This positions provides direct line/ maintenance engineering support for the Engines Assembly platform, as well as Axles Assembly processes as needed. Work in the assembly areas will include both project based assignments as well as maintenance engineering support to production. Requires technical and process ownership necessary to meet daily and future production demands. Direct interface with line supervisors and hourly workforce ensuring adherence to work methods and production metrics.

Inside the Role

This positions provides direct line/ maintenance engineering support for the Engines Assembly platform, as well as Axles Assembly processes as needed. Work in the assembly areas will include both project based assignments as well as maintenance engineering support to production. Requires technical and process ownership necessary to meet daily and future production demands. Direct interface with line supervisors and hourly workforce ensuring adherence to work methods and production metrics.

The position will support the 2nd shift (3:00pm - 11:00pm).

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $81,000 - $104,000 USD

Pay Offered Dependent On Knowledge, Skills, And Experience.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as 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.

What You Drive

• Maintenance Engineering support for Assembly processes, as well as existing trans/axlre areas on an as-needed basis.
• Review station level drawings and BOM's, developing recommended spare parts lists.
• Development and Implementation of Preventative Maintenance procedures on existing and future equipment
• Daily Troubleshooting assistance for tooling and equipment breakdowns.
• Develop and Implement tooling for product changes
• Develop and Implement assembly process methods
• Procure equipment (work with purchasing and vendors)
• Equipment Certification (Gages, Torque Guns, Leak Testers)
• Occasional Supervision (Skilled Trades)
• Problem Solver
• Technical Coach for Assemblers and Supervisors
• Keep current of technological developments in the industry.
• Participate in weekend production coverage rotation with fellow CE's.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferably in Mechanical Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• High level of analytical ability where problems are complex
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
• Proficient with PC hardware and commercially available software (i.e. Windows, etc.)

Typical Minimum Experience Preferred (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Min 3 years manufacturing experience in an assembly environment
• At least one year project management or supervisory experience
• Proficiency with AutoCad LT
• Familiar with pressing operations, including both Kistler and Promess hardware
• Experience programming and troubleshooting torque tooling

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.