Production Engineer Jobs in Michigan

Inside the Role

The Engine Assembly Line Engineer is responsible for driving, maintaining and improving overall production performance in Engine Assembly operations (TT/ODA). Central to this positioning is a strong orientation towards current/future manufacturing production processes; including all technology, tooling, gaging and documentation to achieve assembly production efficiency, quality and performance targets through problem solving, continuous improvement and innovation. This position also closely collaborates and partners with Quality, Operations, IT, Maintenance/Technical Services, Manufacturing Engineering, Logistics and external vendors to achieve assembly targets.

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 $90,000 – $115,000 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 (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

**Role is for 2nd shift 2pm-10pm**

What You Drive at DTNA

• Provide engineering expertise to improve production processes within the department
• Utilize technical capability and comprehensive knowledge of engine components/functionality to promote improved uptime of the assembly line
• Identify, visualize and define Assembly EE losses as an input for continuous improvement/practical problem solving measures.
• Administer asset cataloguing, tracking and retirement procedures (A57’s)
• Provide process/tooling training and improvement measures to end users.
• Implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product while operating within designated cost and budgetary targets
• Identify, coordinate and implement changes in working conditions including innovation of equipment/technology to increase efficiency and quality – with demonstrable impact to internal KPI’s.
• Schedule and coordinate technical improvements, infrastructure changes with support functions and vendors/external suppliers.
• Conduct/facilitate regular practical problem solving initiatives.
• Prepare shift hand-over/end of shift reports with counterparts (conduct effective face to face handovers before and after assigned shift)
• Facilitate a culture of Continuous Improvement, Empowerment and TOS principals in every area of the business
• Ensure continual implementation of safe and clean work areas through innovation and administration of total productive maintenance (TPM) Utilize impulse/other platforms to set individual performance targets, define contributions and performance feedback
• Support in designs, development, and implementation of new or revised production processes for the efficient/economical production of goods, arrangement of manufacturing equipment to ensure most efficient and productive layout
• Support design of the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery in response to factory conditions
• Conduct tests throughout all stages of production to determine control over applicable variables and troubleshooting/solving production problems
• Provide guidance to product design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques
• Ensure that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations
• Demonstrate adherence to all safety protocol; including lock out/tag out procedures
• Identify measure and create and maintain tactical implementation plans (TIPS) to monitor completion of projects
• Support and ensure change point and launch activities in coordination with local functions.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA in Engineering or Engineering Technology
• 2-4 years of related experience
• Familiarity with Engine Production Processes
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to promote a positive working culture and environment

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Applicable Master’s degree + 2 years’ experience
• TOS Qualification: Lean Specialist, Expert or Lean Consultant (or similar)

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

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.