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Technical Project Management Lead IV en Dtna

Dtna · Portland, Estados Unidos De América · Hybrid

$117,000.00  -  $150,000.00

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Inside the Role

When you join Daimler, you become an agent of change within our global community of people working to create a cleaner, safer, and more efficient world for today and tomorrow. Through innovation at all levels, our teams ensure our world-changing brands continue to increase the quality of life and the business success of our customers, their customers, and the world around them. The Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) brand portfolio is second to none, and includes Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Detroit engines and components, Thomas Built Buses and Freightliner Custom Chassis.
We are the undisputed leader in the commercial vehicle market and the industry’s technology trendsetter. Empowered by purpose, DTNA employees drive a Technology Revolution through innovative products and a customer-centric culture. Our dedication to our customers and society does not end once our products hit the road. That’s because we believe that business success and social responsibility go hand in hand. We immerse ourselves in our customer’s experience, and support the environmental responsibilities of our sites to ensure our products are the reliable, sustainable and the desired tools of the future.

Job Overview:

In this position, you support the eMobility Group with expertise to drive the product projects and align all global entities in the development/roll-out of electric trucks. This is an emerging, exciting technology, & the right person will drive DTNA’s success by helping our engineering department, customers & network adopt the new vehicles into their operations.

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 $117,000 - $150,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience 

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k includes up to 8% match and nonelective contribution; full coverage benefit plan options; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive health and wellness programs; onsite fitness; tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off.

What You Drive at DTNA:

  • Support companywide development and launch of electric mobility at Daimler Trucks. 
  • Lead technical project management activities, including: development of concept & feasibility studies, review of technical product specifications, determination of project timing, analysis of project deliverables against pre-established targets, & evaluation of budgeted resources vs. actual, & present project status reviews to steering committees. 
  • Ensure rigorous adherence to corporate product development processes including CVDS & Visual Project Management. Interface with global engineering teams for system wide project planning & reporting required.
  • Lead entire vehicle development of next generation eTruck. All the requirements, regulations and safety requirements to be defined and aligned with design team.
  • Manage development of new product technical requirements from Product Strategy initiatives & drive vehicle-specific performance objectives within Engineering ​
  • Lead eMobility product development & strategy with global Daimler entities & stakeholders to support eMobility product development & brand growth.
  • Lead System Development Team Leads meeting and ensure proper communication within engineering teams
  • Provide product support & expertise for the electric mobility product development functions. Analyze competitors & market data to identify opportunities & recommend product change.
  • Lead technical meetings with engineering management to discuss important technical topics, challenges and countermeasures.
  • Broaden expertise outside of immediate responsibilities & become an expert in eMobility topics.

Knowledge You Should Bring:

  • Bachelors in Engineering or Business and 5-7 years of experience is required
  • 1 year of group leader, project lead, or mentoring experience required
  • Excellent achievements in engineering area required
  • Certification in Project Management Professional is preferred
  • Proven record of being well organized, able to handle multiple, detailed tasks, & work professionally with various levels of DTNA management is required
  • Customer orientated with a real sense for the marketplace is required
  • Excellent management & leadership skills is required
  • Strong interpersonal skills &, oral & written communication skills is required
  • Moderate travel (~20%), especially initially, is required
  • Proven ability to translate business needs into technical requirements is required
  • Ability to work in an environment of ambiguity & ongoing change is required
  • An attached resume is required 

     

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

  • Masters in Engineering is preferred
  • Extensive knowledge in entire vehicle development or component development required
  • Extensive knowledge in budget planning & controlling preferred.
  • Experience in automotive/heavy duty truck industry or related experience is preferred
  • Experience working for other OEMs and regions preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of DTNA products is preferred
  • Prior training or education experience is preferred
  • Languages: English (fluent) & German (fluent) preferred; additional language(s) is preferred

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

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

  • Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa

  • All other 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.

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