Powertrain – Mechanical Design Engineer II, Front & Rear Axles

Jobtailor; Missouri; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop axles for medium and heavy‑duty trucks and buses. You will work on components and systems, collaborate with teams in Detroit, Stuttgart, and Portland, and help release designs to production.

You will perform DFMEA/DVP, tolerance calculations, simulations, prototype assembly, testing, and detailed documentation, while managing suppliers and projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical field with 2–4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience identifying and solving root causes of complex problems.
• Background in mechanical hardware development and axle/transmission systems knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop axles for medium and heavy-duty trucks and buses at component and system level.
• Collaborate globally with Detroit, Stuttgart and Portland colleagues on hardware development.
• Release axle components to production and manage suppliers.
• Create project plans, timelines, and assist management with budgets.
• Perform DFMEA/DVP, tolerance calculations, simulations, testing and documentation.
• Resolve plant issues, field problems and customer requests promptly.

Skills

Hardware development

Propulsion systems

DFMEA/DVP

Tolerance calculations

Simulations

Prototype assembly

Testing documentation

Root cause analysis

CAD systems

Project planning

Database tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

CAD Systems

Job description

• Develop axles (mechanics) for medium and heavy-duty truck & bus applications on component and system level
• Develop axle components and systems including Product Specification, Concept, Design, Packaging, DFMEA/DVP, Tolerance Calculations, Simulations, Prototype Assy, Testing and Documentation
• Collaborate globally on development of hardware components with Detroit, Stuttgart and Portland colleagues
• Collaborate with colleagues inside and outside of engineering to release axle components and systems to production
• Manage component suppliers
• Conduct and thoroughly document project work, draw conclusions, make recommendations, and review with management
• Create project plans and timelines, and assist management with defining budget requirements
• Promptly resolve plant issues, field problems, and customer requests
• Perform cross-functional activities with regional and global counterparts in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, Purchasing, and Suppliers
• Communicate effectively and maintain professional/social interaction in a multi-cultural and international environment
• Improve knowledge and skills through training; identify areas of potential self-improvement and alert management of training opportunities
• Generate and implement ideas to continuously improve the work environment, systems, tools, processes, product cost, and quality
• Collaborate intensively with Stuttgart on sustaining and axle projects
• Perform other activities as necessary and/or assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical field, and 2-4 years of relevant experience, is required
• Experience identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems
• Background in mechanical hardware development
• Strong Knowledge of propulsion systems including not limited to axles
• Strong Knowledge of axle and transmission systems
• Ability to manage multiple projects and inform management of any barriers
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• High level of analytical skill
• Motivated, self-starter, proactive
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to work with and get work done effectively through others
• Strong PC skills including MS Office and database tools
• Previous service literature experience
• Strong automotive background
• Strong Skills using CAD Systems
• An attached resume is required
• 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

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in mechanical hardware development, particularly in axle and transmission systems, while effectively managing multiple projects and collaborating in a multicultural environment. Proficient in using CAD systems and MS Office to enhance project outcomes and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Mechanical Engineering Degree
• Axle And Transmission Systems Knowledge
• CAD Systems Proficiency
• Project Management Skills
• Strong Oral And Written Communication

Hard Skills

• Mechanical Hardware Development
• Propulsion Systems Knowledge
• DFMEA/DVP
• Tolerance Calculations
• Simulations
• Prototype Assembly
• Testing And Documentation
• Root Cause Analysis
• Project Planning
• Database Tools

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Motivated Self-Starter
• Proactive Problem Solving

Industry Keywords

• Automotive Background
• Medium And Heavy-Duty Trucks
• Bus Applications
• Global Collaboration
• Supplier Management

Tools & Technologies

• MS Office
• CAD Systems