Product Engineer I - Brake And Pneumatics Systems (vehicle Dynamics)

Freightliner Trucks

Portland, OR, US
Base: $71,000.00 - $91,000.00 usd; bonus: annual b...
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Siemens nx cad experience
Vehicle dynamics and suspension design
This role directly impacts vehicle performance by developing and specifying brake, wheel end, and suspension components for steer, drive, and pusher axles

Job Summary

  • This role directly impacts vehicle performance by developing and specifying brake, wheel end, and suspension components for steer, drive, and pusher axles.
  • The position offers a starting salary range of $71,000.00 - $91,000.00 USD along with comprehensive benefits including a 401k match up to 6% and 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Candidates will apply engineering principles and Siemens NX to design safe, reliable, and competitive truck systems while resolving plant build issues and supporting field service personnel.

Matching Summary

This role directly impacts vehicle performance by developing and specifying brake, wheel end, and suspension components for steer, drive, and pusher axles.

Salary

Base: $71,000.00 - $91,000.00 USD; Bonus: Annual bonus program available; Benefits: 401k match up to 6%, 3-7% non-electronic contribution, 4 weeks vacation, 8 weeks parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Siemens NX CAD experience
  • Vehicle dynamics and suspension design
  • FEA structural analysis skills
  • Cross-functional supplier collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement initiatives
  • Manufacturing plant process knowledge
  • Reliability issue resolution experience
  • Strategic foresight and self-motivation
  • Presentation preparation skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 0-2 years relevant experience or 4 years technical experience
  • Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Legal authorization to work permanently in the US

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the US

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