About the role#
The Engineering Platform Management team oversees major product projects at Daimler Truck North America. This role offers exposure to the full product development lifecycle, including technical feasibility studies, scheduling, and budget management. You will work across departments to coordinate project delivery and gain insight into how our products move from concept to the market.
What you'll do#
- Manage product projects from initial development through to final rollout.
- Align global teams to ensure project execution and delivery stay on track.
- Create KPIs to monitor project progress, milestones, and overall success.
- Design visual tools and graphics to communicate project status clearly.
- Facilitate cross-functional alignment and support the adoption of new projects across engineering and customer groups.
- Prepare management reports covering market needs, contribution forecasts, and product trends.
- Ensure all work follows corporate development processes like CVDS and Visual Project Management.
- Lead initiatives that foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program or higher, or graduation within one year of the start date.
- Preferred fields of study include Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or Business Administration.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint and Excel.
- Familiarity with task management tools such as Microsoft Planner or Trello.
- Experience with AI tools like Co-Pilot or Claude is a plus.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Portland, Oregon.
- Term: Summer 2027 (starting in May or June).
- Work Modality: Hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day remote).
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Daimler Truck North America
Daimler Truck North America operates as a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG. Founded in 1942, the company produces heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks along with specialized commercial vehicles. It manages brands such as Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, and Thomas Built Buses from its headquarters in Portland, Oregon. The firm also supplies diesel engines and components while maintaining a workforce of over 10,000 employees.
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