Mechanical Product Design Engineer II

This position is part of the ICE Powertrain Engineering team, responsible for the development, design, and integration of powertrain systems into industry-leading heavy-duty specialty vehicles. The team covers engines, transmissions, air intake, cooling systems, and exhaust/aftertreatment for on-highway vehicle chassis models produced by Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation for truck, bus, RV, and motor coach applications.

Responsibilities

• Use computer-aided engineering (CAE) to solve complex vehicle design problems using finite element analysis (FEA), multi-body simulation (MBS), and fatigue analysis.
• Design and develop mechanical products, components, or systems by applying mechanical engineering principles.
• Design product-specific manufacturing production processes and equipment.
• Collaborate with marketing and industrial design teams to develop products that meet technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements.
• Support and participate in the design, test, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype mechanical products and assemblies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering OR an Associate’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years of related experience OR 6+ years of design engineering experience.
• Full understanding of theories, practices, and procedures related to the job field.
• Experience and understanding of medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicle systems.
• Ability to work within standard practices and procedures to analyze information and problems of limited scope.
• Demonstrated teamwork, strong written and verbal communication skills, including cross-functional collaboration.
• Understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes and downstream impacts.
• Experience with 3D CAD design required (Siemens NX preferred).
• An attached resume is required.

Skills

Exceptional candidates might have:

• Working knowledge of DTNA Engineering Documentation systems.
• Project management experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Passion for automotive engineering.
• Hands-on and practical application of engineering skills.
• Experience in technical writing.

Benefits

• Annual bonus program.
• 401k company contribution with company match up to 6%, plus 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.

Pay

Starting salary range of $86,000 – $110,000 USD, dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

This is an onsite position located in Gaffney, SC, US. Relocation assistance is not available.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. at the time of application. This position is not open for visa sponsorship or to existing visa holders.