Detroit Powertrain Product Strategy Lead

Inside the Role

This position is the Detroit Lead for Powertrain Product Strategy. They are responsible to work closely with Vehicle and Global Powertrain Product Strategy counterparts to define & align our future product plans. Always with a special focus on the North American market and what is necessary for Detroit Powertrain to remain the Powertrain of Choice.
This position is also responsible for Leading Product Projects in preparation for QG9 approval. This includes leading global, cross-functional teams to align the efforts and funding required to bring a project from idea to SoP.
This position could also be responsible for Leading & Implementing Product Projects from QG9 to QG0 as well, depending on available project manager resources for post-QG9 leadership.

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

What You Drive at DTNA

TT/XPD Product Strategy

• Lead the Detroit powertrain team in defining our product strategies for the future.  Including all current & future aggregates – Engine, ATS, Transmission, Axle, ePowertrain & H2 related technologies.

• Alignment with DTNA Product Strategy & Engineering regarding current & future powertrain product projects. 

• Alignment with Global Powertrain Product Strategy (TT/XP) regarding Powertrain strategy moving forward.

• Lead the communication and alignment with the various stakeholders within Detroit to ensure an integrated powertrain approach to projects.

• Communicate Detroit powertrain portfolio (roadmap) updates to various stakeholders, including coordination and/or leading of End of Production (EoP) ICMs.

• Evaluation of competitors to have a clear understanding of their products and future projects.

• Defines the future product Roadmap based on market demands and clarifies the impact to the current product lineup.

• Detroit Powertrain Lead for QG10 & QG9 evaluation of all product projects.

Program Management: Lead larger projects that follow the Commercial Vehicle Development System (CVDS) process.

• Ensures the overall accomplishment of program deliverables required for a successful launch.  Works closely with global counterparts to support the overall project objectives and timeline. 

• Lead cross-functional teams, organize tasks for team members, and provide feedback from other shareholder groups.

• Lead the team to achieve CVDS gate requirements and present QG reports to management committees.

• Monitor and ensure that project budget is achieved and provide status updates during financial planning (EA, OP).

• Identify and resolve barriers to efficient execution of projects and act as intermediary between various cross-functional units.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree (Business or Engineering preferred)

• 5-7 years of relevant experience

• Experience as project manager

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to create a strong network within DDC and the overall Daimler Truck organization

• Ability to thrive in a team environment (both locally and globally)

• Knowledge of products and heavy truck markets / applications

• Excellent computer skills including Word, Excel, Powerpoint are mandatory.

• Willingness to travel periodically – both domestic & international

Exceptional Candidates Will Have

• Leadership experience and displays leadership traits / skills

• Consistent with Senior Professional requirements for L5

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Detroit, MI 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.