Mechanical Product Validation Engineer I

Inside the Role

In our department within Daimler Trucks North America, Product Validation Engineering (PVE) is responsible for all component and system level validation work to assure our products are industry leaders in reliability as well as supporting the lowest Total Cost of Ownership objectives for our customers. PVE's Vehicle Performance Group is responsible for the development and validation in the areas of thermodynamics, data acquisition & processing, fuel economy, steering, braking, handling, NVH, and vehicle systems performance integration. This specific group within Vehicle Performance plans, executes, and reports out on Summer Test and Winter Test activities as well as local testing that includes our Climatic Wind Tunnel and Cold Chamber. We are looking for an engineer with interest in joining our Vehicle Thermodynamics and Integration (VTI) team who will focus on the validation of engineering designs for current and future products.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $67,500 - $86,500 USD 

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience​ 

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Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. 

What You Drive at DTNA

• Lead PVE’s VTI group in the area of thermodynamics including, but not limited to full vehicle component thermal profiles and exterior elemental exposure with current and future technology vehicles

• Participate and manage segments of our our semi-annual Summer and Winter Tests each year. 

• Support Cold Chamber and Climatic Wind Tunnel activities.

• Uphold a team focus with willingness to help and support the VTI group beyond areas of direct responsibility. 

• Develop and plan test activities with close collaboration with Design Engineering and Powertrain colleagues.

• Analyze test results and undertake root cause analysis of shortcomings requiring corrective action, propose changes to improve component design and/or vehicle system performance

• Provide timely written and verbal status reports to management as well as internal and external customers.

• Promote and facilitate a culture of learning and continuous improvement with staff, customers and suppliers.

• Actively engage customers and suppliers including: Detroit, Global Powertrain, Design Engineering, Engineering Platform Management, and all PVE functions.

• May lead team or department project or work streams

• Promote positive team support for DEI&B objectives.

• Position will require some travel throughout the year (including ST and WT). Infrequently, some local travel may occur with relatively short notice.

 Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelors degree with a focus in Mechanical Engineering or related field and prefer 0-2 years of related experience

• Ability to participate and possibly lead segments of our annual Summer Tests and Winter Tests each year centered around AOR

• Act as an advisor to management and key stakeholders on job field related projects

• Class-A Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within one year required

• Experience, background, and/or understanding of Thermodynamics Systems

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products required

• Motivated team player with a resilient and positive attitude with the ability to pay attention to detail and problem solve

• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Automotive testing experience

• Introductory experience with scripting (eg. Python, Matlab, etc.)

• Background in vehicle systems and/or thermal systems

• Test and/or event planning experience that includes technical, resource, and personnel scheduling

• Capability to manage test plans

• Understanding of engineering processes and downstream impacts

• Ability to p