Cost Optimization Project Engineer II

Daimler Truck North America LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Vacation time

13+ holidays

Parental leave

Healthcare plans

Tuition assistance

Onsite fitness

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America LLC is seeking a results-driven professional to lead product cost initiatives within the DTNA Material Cost Program. You will collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, Finance, and Quality to drive cost reductions through the OLT process and cost optimization frameworks.

The role requires strong program management, executive-level communication, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university/college required with 2 to 4 years of experience OR 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree, required.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering or technical teams.
• Strong communication skills, including executive-level presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at varying maturity levels.
• Proficiency with SharePoint, MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Reporting experience to executive level.

Responsibilities

• Project Management & Execution: Manage and support initiatives through the unified OLT process.
• Create and maintain detailed project timelines for cost optimization initiatives.
• Coordinate vehicle walkaround activities to surface early cost/complexity opportunities.

Skills

Bachelor's Degree

Cross-functional work

Executive communications

Project management

SharePoint

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SharePoint

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Daimler Truck North America LLC is seeking a results-driven professional to lead product cost initiatives within the DTNA Material Cost Program. You will collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, Finance, and Quality to drive cost reductions through the OLT process and cost optimization frameworks.

The role requires strong program management, executive-level communication, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.