Technical Project Leadership Manager

Inside the Role

Inside the Role

The Manager of Integration and Coordination Trucks NAFTA Project Management Office (ICT TN PMO) leads the Regional Project Management Team within Truck Technology Software (TT/S) Organization. This role provides strategic direction, portfolio governance, and cross functional coordination across all ICT TN software and electronics programs. The position ensures alignment with the global Software & Electronics Development Process (SEDP), manages Production Year (PY) governance, and supports organizational efficiency and program readiness. The role also represents TT/S in all Regional DTNA vehicle development projects communicating and negotiating requirements along with hardware and software deliveries. This role will collaborate closely with the Global Product Managers in all regions as well as DTNA Product Strategy and Engineering Platform Management.

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 $128,000 – $164,000 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

• Lead the ICT‑TN PMO team and oversee execution of the ICT‑TN program portfolio across all Production Years.

• Implement and manage the PY‑based governance model, including assignment of PY Leads, Release Coordinators, and Project Responsible roles.

• Ensure alignment with SEDP deliverables, quality gates, and engineering milestones.

• Coordinate program planning, cross‑functional alignment, and milestone readiness with engineering teams, customer domains, and EPM.

• Support development and delivery of PMO strategy materials, leadership workshops, and organizational improvement initiatives.

• Maintain visibility of program status, risks, and dependencies across Launch Groups and technical content teams.

• Provide portfolio reporting and structured input for executive reviews and strategic planning sessions.

• Collaborate closely with all Global Product Managers in all regions along with Product DTNA Product Strategy and Engineering Platform Management

 

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 6+ years of program or project management experience in automotive, software, or electronics.

• Experience with structured development frameworks (SEDP, systems engineering, release management).

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across complex, cross‑functional engineering teams.

• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

 

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Experience within TT/S, ICT, or similar Daimler Truck Engineering organizations.

• Knowledge of Software and Electronics Development Process (SEDP) or experience developing Software or Electronics using Agile or similar process

• Knowledge of Daimler Trucks Commercial Vehicle Development Process (CVDS) or similar waterfall project management systems

• Knowledge of Production‑Year governance, feature rollout plans, and milestone‑driven development.

• Prior experience with global alignment and multi‑region engineering coordination.

• Commercial Vehicle Operational Experience

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 for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

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.

U.S. Visa sponsorship available if you qualify under the following:

• Hold a valid existing Visa (L1A, L1B, L2, TN, H1B, H4 EAD, OPT EAD, CPT)
• Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa
• Those eligible for a TN Visa (Canadian or Mexican National working in an Engineering, Accounting or Scientific Technologist capacity with an aligning degree)
• Those eligible for an L-1 (inter-company) Daimler Truck visa under the Corporate Blanket L-1 program would require at least one-year of qualifying experience in the last three years

Additional Information

• 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.

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