Manufacturing Industrial Optimization Engineer I
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 22, 2026.
Inside the Role
Industrial Engineering has a wide range of responsibility and opportunity within Manufacturing Engineering. This position provides support for both, new products and industrialization projects by developing engineered labor standards for complex manufacturing processes and the optimization of processes aimed at increasing value add using LEAN thinking.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 $71,000 - $91,000 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.
What You Drive at DTNA
- Work with project teams responsible for implementing new projects, providing labor estimates during the entire phase of the project from design concepts until production startup.
- Review new design concepts and generate engineered labor standards. Recommend design changes to optimize install labor and ergonomics.
- Utilize LEAN methods to plan new processes and work cells, and optimize existing operations aimed at eliminating waste and increasing efficiencies.
- Maintain and update existing labor standards.
- Perform time and motion studies on complex tasks using standard Industrial Engineering methods, including direct observation or engineered standards.
- Assist in the development of strategies, standards, guidelines and procedures for documenting and establishing labor standards.
- Provide engineering and economic analysis support in analyzing and designing facilities, workflows, methods, and processes. Participate in capacity planning, new equipment cost justification and make-buy studies.
- Develop and maintain manufacturing and warehouse layouts to support new product introductions, capacity expansion, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Apply industrial engineering techniques and concepts to product and process design throughout all phases of product life cycle
Knowledge You Should Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Process or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical education from an accredited university/college OR 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
- Detail oriented, reliable, and self-motivated
- Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing, lean, process optimization methods and quality.
- Able to interpret engineering diagrams and develop labor estimates and/or standards based on design specifications and existing manufacturing processes.
- Strong cross functional communication and collaboration skills
- Must be well organized, able to handle multiple, detailed tasks, and work professionally with various levels of DTNA management required
- English: advanced (speaking, reading, writing) required
- Position located in Portland, Oregon
Exceptional Candidates Might Have
- Experience leading projects
- Other languages: Spanish (Intermediate) preferred; additional language(s) appreciated
- Experience with MS Excel, OneNote, MS Project and MS Visio a plus
- Knowledge of simulation applications and data visualization and analytical applications a plus
Travel percentage required: 15 - 25% US and Mexico
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Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.Schedule Type:
Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.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 - 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.