Materials Engineering Technician

Daimler Truck AG; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401k company match up to 6%

4 weeks paid vacation

13+ calendar holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Healthcare plans and wellness programs

Onsite fitness

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) is seeking a Materials Engineering Technician to join our MPT team in Detroit, MI. This role supports materials characterization and failure analysis for heavy‑duty powertrain components, from ideation through end of life, ensuring alignment with industry and Daimler Truck requirements.

The position offers a competitive starting salary and a full benefits package, including annual bonuses and a 401(k) with company matching.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience or AA degree + 1 year of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with heavy‑duty powertrain components.
• Familiarity with heavy‑duty sectioning equipment such as industrial band saws, enclosed chop saws, and other industrial equipment and environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide lab support for Materials Engineers conducting materials characterization and/or failure analysis investigations via testing, sectioning, and sample preparation of heavy‑duty powertrain components.
• Support laboratory equipment preventative maintenance programs.
• Support laboratory processes such as inventory management, consumable purchases, quality initiatives, etc.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow complex work plans

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

AA degree

Job description

Inside the Role

The Material and Process Technology (MPT) department at DTNA is looking for Materials Engineering Technician to join our team. The MPT Materials Engineering Technician is responsible for providing laboratory support to our Materials Engineering team from ideation through end of life to ensure Daimler Truck and industry requirements are fulfilled.

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 $65,000 – $83,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperience.

• 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 at DTNA

• Provide support for DTNA Materials Engineers conducting materials characterization and/or failure analysis investigations via testing, sectioning, and sample preparation of heavy-duty powertrain components
• Support laboratory equipment preventative maintenance programs
• Support laboratory processes such as inventory management, consumable purchases, quality initiatives, etc.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• 3 years of relevant experience or AA degree + 1 year of relevant experience
• Familiarity with heavy-duty powertrain components
• Familiarity with and be comfortable with heavy-duty sectioning equipment such as industrial band saws, enclosed chop saws, and other industrial equipment and environments
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow complex work plans
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• College level classes in Material Science and/or Metallurgy
• Familiarity with materials sample preparation techniques including sample preparation and metallography
• Familiarity with inventory management systems Familiarity with lean management principles

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.