Maintenance Engineer I — Engine & Drivetrain Focus

Daimler Truck North America; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401k matching

Vacation 4 weeks

Holidays 13+

Parental leave

Healthcare plans

Wellness programs

Onsite fitness

Tuition assistance

Volunteer time off

Disability plans

EAP

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America in Detroit, MI, is seeking an engineer to provide hands-on maintenance and manufacturing support for engine, axle, and drivetrain assembly lines. You will partner with production leaders, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements across the shop floor.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical engineering background with 1+ years in manufacturing or maintenance environments, strong interpretation of drawings/BOMs, and the ability to work weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, maintenance engineering, manufacturing engineering, production support, equipment support, or related technical environments.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, bills of material, or technical documentation.
• Ability to occasionally work weekends to support production.
• An attached resume is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance engineering support for engine assembly, axle and transmission areas as required.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment, tooling, and process issues to minimize downtime.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures for existing and new equipment.
• Review station-level drawings and BOMs to maintain spare parts strategies.
• Support product changes and process improvements, including tooling development and implementation.
• Design and refine assembly methods to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Coordinate equipment procurement with vendors and internal teams.
• Support equipment validation and certification (gages, torque tools, etc.).
• Collaborate with skilled trades and maintenance teams as a technical resource.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Weekend readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Daimler Truck North America in Detroit, MI, is seeking an engineer to provide hands-on maintenance and manufacturing support for engine, axle, and drivetrain assembly lines. You will partner with production leaders, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements across the shop floor.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical engineering background with 1+ years in manufacturing or maintenance environments, strong interpretation of drawings/BOMs, and the ability to work weekends as needed.