Daimler Truck North America
Manufacturing Production Process (Tooling) Engineer III
Detroit, MI US · Mid · Contract
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$2,219 more — $110,219 — moves this role to Level III and 3 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $110,219 would place this position at wage Level III. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Industrial Engineers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Industrial Engineers (17-2112) · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- Motivated by fostering a culture of collaboration and increasing equipment efficiency.
- They will use analytical thought to solve both short- and long-term problems.
- Serve as a point of contact to cross functional team members in their area of expertise.
Responsibilities
- Support collaboration, efficiency, and productivity within machine shop and CTP operations.
- Develop expertise in tooling engineering, CNC and conventional machining processes, and manufacturing equipment operations.
- Design, develop, and implement tooling concepts, equipment modifications, and manufacturing solutions that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale.
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and practical problem-solving methodologies.
- Analyze complex manufacturing challenges and implement innovative, sustainable solutions.
- Partner with production teams, union team leaders, engineering, and management to enhance operational performance.
- Provide technical guidance on tooling design, manufacturing processes, and production requirements.
- Establish efficient production methods, tooling layouts, and operational sequences to optimize manufacturing performance.
Requirements
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
- Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
- Knowledge of or ability to apply Lean/Continuous improvement tools and principles, including experience with problem solving activities
- Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to use tact and diplomacy to exchange information, handle sensitive issues, and translate, simplify, and clarify information for employees is required
- Prior experience leading projects to achieve elevated levels of performance and engagement in a manufacturing or logistics setting is required
Compensation
- Position offers a starting salary range of $108,000 – $139,000 USD
Company info
- Schedule Type: Onsite At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before.
- That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.
Equal opportunity
- 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.
Visa & Work Authorization
- This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
This listing is sourced directly from Daimler Truck North America's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.