UI/UX Designer

Inside the RoleWe are looking for an exceptional User Interface / User Experience Designer to shape the future UI/UX solutions for Daimler Truck and all its brands. You will be working on research, design, development, documentation, prototyping, and validation of the digital user interface to provide the best user experience to our customers. You will be involved in all development states from ideating to on-truck validation. The Digital User Experience Team focuses on the digital on-truck solutions and works hand in hand with design, engineering, and product strategy teams globally.We Take Care of Our TeamPosition offers a starting salary range of $124,000-158,000Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experienceBenefits 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• Responsible for researching, designing, innovating and prototyping new digital user experience and user interface concepts and standards• Collaborate with a diverse team of designers, UI/UX experts, feature owners, project teams, and developers located in Germany, Japan, India, and United States• Reduce driver distraction by applying and developing standards• Design and conduct user research using methods such as field studies, design sessions, site visits, benchmark studies, usability studies, and heuristic evaluations based on current products and future concepts• Synthesize findings to get a better understanding of end users, give insight into business value, and identify potential usability issues and design opportunities• Represent the Digital User Experience Team in Design Reviews to present and review concepts and initial ideas with business unit and project management• Apply design thinking and user-centered design principles• Coach and mentor team members and colleagues on all aspects of design – from methodologies to executionKnowledge You Should Bring• Bachelor’s degree in a human-computer interaction related field with 5-7 years of relevant experience• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite• Experience in Figma, Sketch or XD• Experience in automotive or commercial vehicle industry• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Detail oriented, reliable, and self-motivated• Ability to work in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change• Experience with identifying and solving the root cause of complex problems• Understanding of engineering processes and downstream impacts• Experience with usability testing and task analysis• Attention to detail and affinity to develop efficient and consistent user experience solutions• Ability to quickly and thoroughly create user flows, wireframes, design mockups, and prototypes to effectively conceptualize new product initiatives using User Experience design, Interaction design, and User Interface design principles• Experience in creating and leading the creation of high-quality design systems and UI elements/components, as well as basic knowledge of frameworks and librariesExceptional Candidates Might Have• Master’s degree in a human-computer interaction related field• Prototyping tool experience, e.g. ProtoPie• HMI Framework experience, e.g. Kanzi, QT, Unreal Engine, Unity• 3D or animation SW experience• Knowledge and experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)This position does not offer relocation support.#LI-AK1 #LI-HybridWhere We WorkThis position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-Portland, OR USYOU MAKE US - YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCEPeople are what makes us - everyone makes the difference at Daimler Truck. As one global team, we drive success: from conventional powertrains to the future of sustainable transportation. We build to solve. Constantly pursuing our goals. Our culture. Our daily life.It’s your impact that makes the difference. Only together, will we achieve more sustainable transportation, reduce our carbon footprint, increase safety on and off the track, develop smarter technology and financial solutions. All essential, to fulfill our purpose for all who keep the world moving. That’s why we rely on each other. We start with listening to your insights, thoughts, and ideas.Let’s unleash our collective potential to build our future, progress together and lead with the long view. Because everything you do has an impact. It matters. This is what we call impact Culture.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• Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa• All other 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/Minorities/Females/Disabled/VeteransDaimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce 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.