Cost Engineering Intern

Daimler Truck North America LLC; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development and networkng

Housing and transportation stipend

Employee resource groups

Event ticket offering

Company social events

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America LLC is offering an internship in the Cost Engineering department in the Portland, OR area. Interns will calculate bottom-up costs of future and series parts using technical specs, NX 3D modeling, and teardown data, supporting cost optimization projects.

The role emphasizes learning with a global cost engineering network, cross-functional collaboration, and potential transition to a full-time role depending on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Upper-Division Engineering Program enrollment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with data analytics platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and document truck part weights, dimensions, images and compare with reference costs.
• Prepare presentations for cross functional teams and management.
• Learn and use Daimler IT systems for technical drawings and 3D documentation of truck parts.
• Learn and use Daimler methodology for cost analysis using price breakdown templates.
• Consolidate cost calculations, price assessments and results for regional/global comparison.
• Generate ideas for cost optimizations.
• Help standardize costing methods and templates for future work.
• Foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.

Skills

Project management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Upper-Division Engineering Program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

PowerBI

PowerApps Development

Siemens NX

Job description

Inside the Role Interns will gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life learning opportunities. Interns must work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline. Internship positions can be located at various DTNA locations across the US. We are looking for high performing and motivated individuals in various areas within DTNA organizations. DTNA internships begin each summer in May or June. Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

The Cost Engineering department is a global team responsible for calculating costs of purchased parts and tooling for series production and new projects. Through the use of standardized processes, IT-systems and our global Cost Engineering network within Daimler Trucks, we generate transparent bottom up cost calculations that can be utilized a multitude of ways. In this role, you will calculate bottom-up costs of future and series parts based on technical specifications, engineering design proposal, NX 3D modeling, or part teardowns. Considers materials, manufacturing process, labor, variable and fixed costs according to both global and regional inputs within aggregate specific guidelines. You will also support Cost Engineering with continuous improvement and digitalization projects.

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

Salary placement is determined by your anticipated graduation year and ranges between $21 - $29 per hour.

• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews/mock interviews
• Housing and transportation stipend
• Employee resource groups
• Event ticket offering (based on corporate availability)
• Company social events

What You Drive at DTNA

• Disassemble and document truck part weights, dimensions, images and compare with other truck parts of Daimler or competitors for reference cost calculation.
• Prepare presentations for cross functional teams and management.
• Learn and use Daimler specific IT systems for technical drawings and 3D documentation of truck parts.
• Learn and use Daimler methodology for cost analysis using price breakdown templates.
• Consolidation of cost calculations, price assessments and results for regional and global comparison.
• Generate ideas for cost optimizations.
• Continuously improve and standardize costing methods and templates to streamline future work.
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs.

Knowledge You Should Bring

Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or higher from an accredited college/university OR have recently graduated within 1 year of the position start date (May/June). Currently enrolled in Upper-Division Engineering Program

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Previous experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Passionate about manufacturing technology and enjoys continuously learning
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Creative mindset
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Exception Candidates Will Bring Experience with Siemens NX or other 3D modeling CAD software
• Experience and interest in assembly/disassembly of parts/tools
• Experience with data analytics platforms such as PowerBI
• Experience with Microsoft PowerApps Development
• Experience with Agentic Reference Calculation development

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Portland, OR US.

Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Schedule Type: Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

Additional Information

This position is not open to 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.

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