Supplier Quality Engineer

Inside the Role
Do you have a passion for driving an organization to meet high standards and looking at products from a customer's perspective? Are you someone who loves to work with a diverse team across multiple different disciplines? If so, then Supplier Quality Department at Daimler Trucks North America may have the perfect opportunity for you. As the Supplier Quality Engineer, you will have the chance to work with teammates throughout the company to provide an effective readiness management plan that ensures project teams are ready to perform tasks, deliver products or implement new processes. You will be responsible for driving top-notch quality with design engineers, the purchasing team and work closely with suppliers to ensure they meet DTNA expectations. Using your collaboration and organizational skills, passion for excellence and strong technical background, you will be integral to the development and support of a product meant to delight our customers and drive the industry forward. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and it sounds like fun to help define the next chapter of the trucking industry in electric mobility, we want to talk to you!
We Take Care of Our Team
Position offers a starting salary range of $82,000.00 - $104,500.00 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 (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.
What You Drive at DTNA:

• Identify and manages suppliers according to organization quality standards and policies.
• Resolve quality spills at the TMP's caused by suppliers, from immediate containment until the final resolution and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Identifies, coaches, and manages suppliers according to organization quality standards and policies
• Work with alternative suppliers to mitigate supply disruption risks and provide directions to ensure the supplier meet DTNA Requirements.
• Provides advice and training on quality protocols and conducting audits to ensure compliance with organization.
• Prefer truck/automotive knowledge and expertise in job field and working knowledge of related disciplines.
• Uses analytical problem solving methodologies to resolve complex problems with minimal guidance and identify solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as personal computer office automation skills
• Traveling is up to 10%

Knowledge You Should Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field and 2-4 years of relevant experience or 5 years relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task and be highly organized.
• Ability to work in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation required.
• Works within standardized procedures to meet objectives and deadlines.
• Works within standard practices and procedures to analyze information and problems of limited scope.
• Practical Problem Solving skills required.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have:

• Knowledge of the practical application of Quality Engineering principles with proven ability to apply techniques, procedures, technologies and equipment to the production of products 3 year of group leader or project lead Knowledge of Supplier Quality and vehicle manufacturing processes
• working knowledge in electrical and electronic hardware and software
• Understanding of engineering processes & downstream impact.

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This position is not eligible for relocation support.
Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Portland, OR US
How We Collaborate
To continue building a great place to work for all, we are committed to a culture that creates flexibility and encourages a supportive working environment that achieves the needs of our business and employees.
Schedule Type:
Hybrid
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 to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.
That is what we are working toward - 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/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce 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.