Assembly Maintenance Engineer - 2nd Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401k with company match up to 6%

Non-elective company contribution 3-7%

4 weeks paid vacation

13+ holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

Healthcare plans and wellness programs

Onsite fitness at some locations

Tuition assistance

Volunteer paid time off

Disability plans

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America in Detroit, MI is seeking a maintenance engineer to support Engines and Axles assembly on 2nd shift (3:00pm - 11:00pm). You’ll own technical issues, interface with line supervisors, and drive maintenance strategies for daily and future production needs.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and BOMs, developing spare parts lists, implementing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting tooling, and coaching assemblers and supervisors on best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferably Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with others.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance engineering support for Assembly processes and related areas.
• Review station drawings and BOMs; develop spare parts lists.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures for equipment.
• Troubleshoot tooling and equipment breakdowns daily.
• Develop and implement tooling for product changes.
• Develop and implement assembly process methods.
• Procure equipment with purchasing and vendors.
• Oversee equipment certification (gauges, torque tools, testers).
• Occasional supervision of skilled trades personnel.
• Act as technical coach for assemblers and supervisors.
• Stay current with industry technology developments.
• Participate in weekend production coverage with peers.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

PC software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD LT

Torque tooling

Kistler hardware

Promess hardware

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.

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

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

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

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperience.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand 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.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

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.