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Daimler Truck North America · 1 day ago

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Supervisor II

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$121K/yr - $155K/yr

5+ years exp

Daimler Truck North America is the market leader in the trucking industry, seeking a Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Supervisor II to manage the Powertrain Vehicle Test Center. The role involves overseeing a team, ensuring quality vehicle testing, and driving improvements in testing processes and technology investments.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support Powertrain Vehicle Test Center related topics that drive the development, validation and launch of conventional and alternative powertrains

Use advanced analytical & testing methods to align product validation with real-world duty cycles & customer conditions

Execute development and validation testing to advance alternative powertrain systems (eAxle, HV battery, Hybrid powertrains and control systems) and conventional diesel powertrains (engines, transmissions, axles, aftertreatment systems)

Use engineering vehicle outputs to drive data driven decisions on advancement of durability and reliability testing of conventional and alternative (ZEV) powertrain systems

Develop and implement continuous improvement engineering initiatives, processes, methods, tools, etc

Create and oversee engineering projects, timelines and assist management with defining budget requirements

Researches, evaluates, and recommends investments in technology, equipment, systems, or other assets that will enhance the test center’s performance

Reduce downtime by utilizing problem solving skills, and tracking common component failures

Develop, implement, and maintain standard work Instructions & processes to optimize efficiencies within the Vehicle Test Center workgroup

Manage the daily operation within the Powertrain Vehicle Test Center team consisting of UAW 412 Engineering Technicians

Help troubleshoot and oversee the maintenance, repair and continuous improvement of Vehicle Test Center shop infrastructure, test assets and processes

Effectively communicate with all applicable employees to evaluate problems and issues, assign the appropriate engineering technicians and follow up to ensure assignments are completed to minimize testing downtime

Evaluate work of engineering technicians, enforce agreements & DTNA policies and collective bargaining agreements, assist manager with staffing recommendations, and provide constructive criticism and discipline as necessary to team members

Ensure safety procedures and 5S principles are adhered to in accordance with company policy

Using various systems, distribute work requests to UAW 412 technicians and confirm task completion

Schedule and approve overtime, timecard management, and execute contract agreements with represented UAW 412 employees

Actively participate in group shop floor management meetings (SFM), Group Visual Board

Distribute safety related training documentation and perform regular safety audits

Onsite required to support hourly employees and business efficiency

Must collaborate with product teams and lab support teams to support business efficiency and achieve monthly KPI targets

Provide flexible shift coverage to support group carryover transition to off-shift Supervisor

Provide flexible weekend coverage to support manpower allocation effectiveness

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringPowertrain SystemsProject LeadershipVehicle Testing InfrastructureData Acquisition SystemsTechnical ReportsProblem SolvingAnalytical SkillsMechanical AptitudePC SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaborative Skillset

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology

Minimum 2 years of project leadership

5+ years of relevant industry experience required

Demonstrable knowledge Understanding in heavy-duty powertrains and vehicles

Evidence Direct experience with vehicle maintenance, issue troubleshooting, and repair

2+ years Technical /software knowledge of vehicle testing infrastructure, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems

Intermediate to advancement knowledge of maintenance systems, technical operations, and DOT CDL regulations

Proficient in technical reports and written procedures

Experience identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems

Must have the ability to manage multiple projects and inform management of any barriers

Experience in a global environment, with different cultures

Collaborative skillset, experience working in a UAW setting with hourly and salary employees

Communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills required

Strong PC skills including MS Office and database tools

3+ years demonstrable broad knowledge of internal combustion and electric mobility powertrain electronics and systems from a product and testing perspective

Evidence of mechanical aptitude across various engineering disciplines

Preferred

Master's degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical and or Electrical Engineering Technology, or related fields (ABET Accredited University)

Prior Supervisory /leadership experience

5+ years Technical /software knowledge of vehicle testing infrastructure, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems

High voltage certification

Certification by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) or similar organizations

3+ years Project management experience manufacturing industry

Evidence of mechanical aptitude across various engineering disciplines

Benefits

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

Volunteer paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability plans

Company

Daimler Truck North America

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Daimler Truck North America, a Daimler Truck AG company, is the largest heavy-duty truck manufacturer in North America and a leading producer of medium-duty trucks and specialized commercial vehicles.

Founded in 1940

Portland, Oregon, USA

10001+ employees