Project Engineer, Chassis Electric Routing - TRATON R&D US, LLC

About the job

Position Overview

With its brands Scania, MAN, International and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON is one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Its range comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. At TRATON, we are convinced that the whole can be greater than the sum of its parts. Together with our brands we have the power to bring about decisive change. With the right resources, tools and guidelines, we support our brands in making the future of transportation more sustainable.

In April 2023, TRATON embarked on an ambitious journey to integrate independent brand Research & Development (R&D) Organizations in Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus into a single global TRATON R&D organization.

By integrating the capabilities and resources of our brands, we will accelerate the introduction of new technologies and solutions to deliver the most competitive products and solutions to our customers.

We currently have a great opportunity for a Project Engineer, Chassis Electric Routing on our TRATON USA’s R&D Team.

The Electric Routing organization is responsible for the development of solutions for routing power cables and wire harnesses along the entire vehicle chassis. This includes the clipping to support the cables, interface connections to the end components, environmental protection, and design for manufacturing, ensuring robust performance, safety, and compliance from concept through production.

Responsibilities

• Drive engineering solutions with autonomy — independently execute engineering projects, taking ownership of routine assignments while navigating new and complex challenges with sound judgment.
• Solve complex technical challenges — apply engineering expertise, critical thinking, and established standards to identify issues, evaluate options, and deliver practical, effective solutions.
• Lead problem-solving initiatives — champion cross-functional efforts to resolve system- and component-level challenges and implement durable solutions that improve product performance, quality, and reliability.
• Collaborate across the organization — build strong partnerships with engineering, manufacturing, testing, quality, marketing, and external stakeholders to keep projects moving forward.
• Connect the product lifecycle — serve as a key technical link, helping move products seamlessly from concept and development through production and launch.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science and at least 2 years of product design/development and/or computer science experience

OR

• Master's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science and at least 1 year of product design/development and/or computer science experience

OR

• PhD in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• Strong experience in truck and/or automotive design and development processes (highly preferred)
• Background in engineering design release processes (highly preferred)
• Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling software (any platform) Experience in dynamic simulation to articulate flexible media including electric cables, pneumatic lines and hoses (any platform)
• Working knowledge of commercial vehicle starting and charging circuits, resistance calculations and proper gauge sizing
• Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, Six Sigma, and Lean principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience delivering formal presentations
• Experience developing and executing DFMEA, DRD, and DVP documentation
• Ability to review engineering designs for completeness, accuracy, and manufacturability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
• Exposure to mechatronics systems is a plus

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Company Overview

About TRATON With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

About International From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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