Assembly Maintenance Engineer - 2nd Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401k company match up to 6%

4 weeks paid vacation

13+ holidays

8 weeks parental leave

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to support Engines and Axles assembly lines on the 2nd shift in Detroit, MI. You will own technical issues, optimize maintenance procedures, and partner with line supervisors to meet daily production metrics.

The role requires a Bachelor's in mechanical engineering, strong communication, and hands-on experience with tooling, BOMs, and preventative maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High analytical ability for complex problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with others.
• Proficient with PC hardware and common software (Windows).

Responsibilities

• Maintenance engineering support for assembly processes, including trans/axle areas as needed.
• Review station level drawings and BOMs, develop spare parts lists.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures for 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; coordinate with purchasing and vendors.
• Equipment certification (gages, torque guns, leak testers).
• Occasional supervision of skilled trades.
• Act as problem solver and technical coach for assemblers and supervisors.
• Keep current with industry technological developments.
• Participate in weekend production coverage rotation with CE team.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical ability

Interpersonal skills

PC hardware & software familiarity (eG

Torque tooling programming/troubleshoo

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCad LT

Kistler hardware

Promess hardware

Torque tooling programming

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

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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.