Mechanical Reliability Growth Product Validation Engineer

Inside the Role

Reliability Growth Validation Engineering is where our latest innovative products meet the road and prove their readiness for the customers and the market. We are a fast-paced, hands-on Fleet operation that is committed to finding and analyzing all issues that emerge during our grueling 24/7 on-highway validation cycles. This role interfaces with all systems of the new trucks, from conventional mechanical systems to our state-of-the-art electrical and computer architectures. Your Engineering validation and analysis helps us lower downtime and discover and prevent issues before our customer can experience them. Few roles are as hands-on and touch so much of the truck as this one. Come help us chase down issues and bring them to resolution as you develop extensive overall vehicle knowledge as well as network within DNTA.

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 starting salary range of $71,000 to $91,000USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience​ 

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Benefits include 401k company contribution with company match up to 8% 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

• Validation Engineering support of assigned vehicles from onboarding, during validation, through to decommissioning.
• Monitor, track, and manage vehicle failures, maintenance, and updates, with a focus on maximizing vehicle uptime.
• Conduct on-site inspections of vehicles during AM shift change, review and follow up on driver comments, investigate faults and failures, and document issue details.
• Contribute to a collaborative work environment that fosters teamwork, trust, and mutual respect.
• Interface with multiple teams, including Design and Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Product Validation Engineering teams, the Detroit Powertrain team, technicians, and warehouse personnel.
• Work within existing processes and help develop new processes as needed or assigned.
• Assist Design Engineering in determining the root cause of complex problems.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering degree required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• An assertive, resilient disposition and a positive attitude.
• Ambition, attention to detail, goal orientation, and drive for timely issue resolution.
• Strong interest in both vehicle mechanical and mechatronics systems and integration.
• An active interest in electric vehicles and advanced vehicle technologies.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Previous validation experience.
• Knowledge of heavy-duty truck repair and service procedures.
• Exposure to heavy- and medium-duty products.
• Knowledge of DTNA Engineering systems.
• Experience applying AI tools and machine learning for data analysis or problem solving.

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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.

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.