• Job Description

  Req#: DT-11153

  Inside the Role

  Uses specific technical knowledge to plan, organize, and control resources, procedures, and timing for a technical process or project. Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports, conducting risk analysis and monitoring the progress of plans against project milestones and budgets. Provides technical and analytical guidance to the project team. Ensures adherence to quality standards and review of project deliverables. Analyzes and documents requirements by liaising with a range of users in the organization. May manage the integration of vendor tasks and tracks and reviews vendor deliverables.

  We Take Care of Our Team

  Position offers a starting salary range of $133,500 - $171,000 USD

  Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

  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 h olidays; 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 a high-performing team of multiple full-time employees
  • Lead and coordinate development and application of Zero-Emission Powertrain solutions for the North American truck market including Product Strategy, Product Planning, Project Execution, and Series Optimization
  • Lead product planning activities for new Zero-Emission Vehicle initiatives including feasibility studies, development of concepts, review of technical product specifications, and determination of project targets
  • Represent North American market requirements, targets, and interests (including technical, business, compliance, and local content requirements) in global product planning, projects, and committees as a standing member of the respective GPTs and GPCs
  • Supervise analysis and tracking of project and series management deliverables against established targets including timing, budget, scope and resources, and present status to project steering committees and other decision making bodies
  • Lead cross-functional groups and task forces to address identified deviations to established project or series management targets
  • Interface with the global platform, module, and project teams in close collaboration with the Detroit Engineering and Platform teams for overall project planning, series optimization, and reporting
  • Broaden expertise outside of immediate responsibilities and become an expert in zero-emission mobility

  Knowledge You Should Bring

  • 6+ years of related experience with a Master’s Degree OR 8+ years of related experience with a Bachelor’s Degree
  • Degree focus in Engineering or related technical field; alternatively Business focus with high technical affinity
  • 4+ years of leadership experience, either direct leadership or project team leadership
  • 4+ years of experience leading and coordinating large scale, cross-functional, global product projects or comparable series management function
  • Proven ability to build, maintain, and leverage a strong cross-functional and global network to achieve ambitious project targets
  • Strong network into the powertrain organization in Europe or the vehicle organization in North America
  • Proven ability to lead in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change and to set team targets and goals in a VUCA environment
  • Proven record of being well organized, able to handle multiple, detailed tasks in parallel and work professionally with all levels of management
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills
  • Experience creating storylines and content as well as presenting to top management
  • Willingness to step far outside of one’s comfort zone and work on topics outside of one’s expertise and experience
  • Knowledge of the Daimler Truck Commercial Vehicle Development System (CVDS) and DTNA Visual Management or similar systems
  • Willingness and ability for moderate travel (20%) to other US States and Germany
  • Language: English (business fluent)

  Exceptional Candidates Might Have

  • Knowledge of truck industry in North America including use cases and requirements
  • Knowledge of DTNA products and Detroit zero-emission powertrain solutions
  • Experience working with zero emission powertrain solutions, their current limitations and future perspective
  • Strong network into the powertrain organization in Europe and the vehicle organization in North America
  • Language: German (business fluent)

  Where We Work

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

  Portland, OR US

  YOU MAKE US - YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

  People are what makes us - everyone makes the difference at Daimler Truck. As one global team, we drive success: from conventional powertrains to the future of sustainable transportation. We build to solve. Constantly pursuing our goals. Our culture. Our daily life.

  It’s your impact that makes the difference. Only together, will we achieve more sustainable transportation, reduce our carbon footprint, increase safety on and off the track, develop smarter technology and financial solutions. All essential, to fulfill our purpose for all who keep the world moving. That’s why we rely on each other. We start with listening to your insights, thoughts, and ideas.

  Let’s unleash our collective potential to build our future, progress together and lead with the long view. Because everything you do has an impact. It matters. This is what we call impact Culture.

  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.

  U.S. Visa sponsorship available if you qualify under the following:

  • Hold a valid existing Visa (L1A, L1B, L2, TN, H1B, H4 EAD, OPT EAD, CPT)
  • Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa
  • Those eligible for a TN Visa (Canadian or Mexican National working in an Engineering, Accounting or Scientific Technologist capacity with an aligning degree)
  • Those eligible for an L-1 (inter-company) Daimler Truck visa under the Corporate Blanket L-1 program would require at least one-year of qualifying experience in the last three years

  Additional Information

  • 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/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

  Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce 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.

• About the company

  Daimler Truck AG is one of the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 35 main locations worldwide and approximately 100,000 employees.

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