Project Engineer III

Inside the Role

Shape the Future of Commercial Vehicle Innovation
At DTNA Engineering Project Management (EPM), you will play a critical role in bringing the next generation of commercial vehicles and technologies to market. As an EPM Project Manager, you will lead complex, cross-functional engineering programs that influence product strategy, technology development, vehicle launches, and business outcomes across the organization.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the center of product development, partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Finance, Aftermarket, and senior leadership to turn innovative concepts into production-ready solutions. You'll gain broad visibility across the company, build an extensive professional network, and develop a deep understanding of DTNA's products, processes, and business operations.
If you're energized by solving complex challenges, driving organizational alignment, and leading high-impact initiatives that shape the future of transportation, this is the role for you.

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 salary range of $104,000 to $133,000 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 holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness; tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off, short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Lead strategically important engineering and product development programs from concept through execution, ensuring alignment on scope, schedule, budget, and business objectives.
• Serve as the central leader and decision facilitator for cross-functional project teams, driving collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, finance, quality, and operations.
• Develop and execute integrated project plans that enable successful delivery of vehicle, system, software, and technology initiatives.
• Proactively identify program risks, dependencies, and constraints, driving mitigation plans and informed decision-making at all levels of the organization.
• Communicate project health, key milestones, and executive-level insights through leadership reviews, governance forums, and Quality Gate approval presentations.
• Facilitate critical program activities including design reviews, readiness assessments, project status reviews, and production year readiness.
• Influence project scope and prioritization decisions to maximize customer value, business impact, and return on investment.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance project execution, organizational effectiveness, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Drive adoption and evolution of DTNA Visual Management practices, helping teams improve transparency, accountability, and performance.
• Monitor program performance against established targets and ensure teams remain focused on delivering results that support DTNA's strategic objectives.
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning across project teams.

Why Join EPM?

• Lead high-visibility programs that impact DTNA's future products and technologies.
• Work directly with senior leaders and key stakeholders across the organization.
• Gain exposure to the full product development lifecycle.
• Expand your technical, business, and leadership capabilities.
• Build a strong network across Engineering and the broader DTNA organization.
• Develop the experience and visibility needed for future leadership opportunities.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or Business and prefer 5+ years of relevant experience OR 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Self-motivated, proactive leader with strong communication, organizational, and problem solving skills
• Basic AI skills to drive efficiency into project management tasks
• Ability to independently lead cross-functional project teams and manage large, complex Engineering development projects
• Demonstrated skills in project management processes
• Knowledge and aptitude of Powertrain, cab and chassis systems, electrical design, and/or vehicle software
• Knowledge of the product development processes and experience preparing and giving presentations

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Degree focus in project management, decision making, or operations
• Knowledge and aptitude of vehicle software development process
• Knowledge of DTNA systems and business processes
• Advanced AI skills to drive the future of EPM
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

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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 solutions with cutting-edge advancements in sustainability and future driving technologies - across electric, hydrogen, and autonomous innovation. Backed by decades of proven success, these efforts continue DTNA’s legacy as an industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we operate as one team - driving toward a cleaner, safer, and more efficient future for all.

How we move forward together is defined by the DTNA Way - our shared approach to showing up for our customers, our colleagues, and the world we help move. We start with our customers, grounding every product, service, and decision in their success, knowing that when they move forward, so do we. At the same time, we act with urgency and intention, balancing speed with thoughtful decision-making to deliver results with integrity, accountability, and clarity. Across our entire organization, we collaborate as one team - bringing diverse perspectives, strengths, and expertise together with trust and respect - because we know we achieve more together than any one of us could alone.

Guided by these principles, we’re not just responding to change - we’re leading it. Together, we are building the future of transportation for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• 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.