Hybrid Powertrain & Axle Design Engineer II

Daimler Truck AG; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401k match

Vacation days

Holidays

Parental leave

Healthcare plans

Wellness programs

Onsite fitness

Tuition assistance

Volunteer PTO

Disability plans

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America in Detroit, MI, seeks an engineer to help develop axle components and systems for medium- and heavy-duty trucks and buses. You will collaborate on design, DFMEA, testing, and documentation while coordinating with global teams across locations.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree with 2–4 years of relevant hardware development experience, strong CAD skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, international setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical field.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in mechanical hardware development.
• Experience identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Develop axles (mechanics) for medium- and heavy-duty truck & bus applications on component and system level.
• Document product specification, concept, design, packaging, DFMEA/DVP, tolerances and testing.
• Collaborate with global teams (Detroit, Stuttgart, Portland) on hardware development.
• Lead and manage suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality.
• Create project plans, timelines and assist with budget definitions.
• Resolve plant issues and customer requests promptly.
• Engage in cross-functional activities with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, Purchasing.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Root-cause analysis

Project management

Communication

CAD systems

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

CAD Systems

Job description

Daimler Truck North America in Detroit, MI, seeks an engineer to help develop axle components and systems for medium- and heavy-duty trucks and buses. You will collaborate on design, DFMEA, testing, and documentation while coordinating with global teams across locations.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree with 2–4 years of relevant hardware development experience, strong CAD skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, international setting.