New

Customer Application Engineer I

Daimler Truck North America
paid time off, relocation assistance
United States, South Carolina, Fort Mill
Jul 07, 2026
Inside the Role Provide Application Engineering (Sales Engineering) support for Truck Sales Order validation and processing; support and create product data used for Truck Sales Order creation and processing such as vehicle, component, and option weight estimates and order processing tools relating to component application guidelines. Also receive, review, and interpret upcoming product changes with respect to product data creation and maintenance 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, andexperience Benefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans. What You Drive at DTNA Receive, interpret, and implement upcoming product changes that impact product definition data (weights, application guidelines, and other data structures) in order to support accurate and timely quote and order processing and to insure Truck Sales Orders meet customer expectations. Provide, maintain, and support analytical tools and resources, such as calculation spreadsheets and programs, in order to support accurate and timely quote and order processing and to insure Truck Sales Orders meet customer expectations. Liaise with various DTNA departments (Marketing, Product Engineering, SpecPro) and certain suppliers to interpret, implement, and improve vehicle related product data and component application guidelines in order to support accurate and timely quote and order processing and to insure Truck Sales Orders meet customer expectations. Support Order Development Teams, dealers, and certain customers with vehicle performance and tare weight estimates. Support Compliance and Regulatory Affairs with vehicle regulatory conformance as it is affected by application related product data and information. Assist with training other CAE personnel in relation to Application Engineering (Sales Engineering) functions and proficiencies. Create/maintain documentation required to define and support the job function such as Work Instructions and other business records. Knowledge You Should Bring BS/BA and prefer 0-2 years of relevant experience OR 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree. Engineering/Technology (BS Engineering or BS Engineering Technology) focus is preferred Able to effectively communicate verbally, with emails, and by way of official letters and reports. Strong interpersonal communication ability Ability to review and interpret data and information utilizing spreadsheets and equivalent reports. Ability to read and interpret Technical Documentation such as part drawings, assembly drawings, and Bills of Material (BOM's). Strong Mechanical Aptitude: Must be able to visualize how mechanical systems and structures are assembled and how they function based on part drawings and assembly drawings. Ability to apply basic statics (rigid body mechanics) to resolve force/load/weight distributions on simple structures. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook. Exceptional Candidates Might Have Basic proficiency with Excel VBA programming. #LI-JN2 #LI-Hybrid Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Fort Mill, SC 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.