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Unit Manager - TRATON R&D US, LLC

International
Lisle, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/5/2025
Position Overview

TRATON USA R&D Team has a great opportunity for a Unit Head of Chassis Integration, Front, Cab and Electric.

With its brands Scania, MAN, International and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON is one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Its range comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. At TRATON, we are convinced that the whole can be greater than the sum of its parts. Together with our brands we have the power to bring about decisive change. With the right resources, tools and guidelines, we support our brands in making the future of transportation more sustainable.

In April 2023, TRATON embarked on an ambitious journey to integrate independent brand Research & Development (R&D) Organizations in Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus into a single global TRATON R&D organization.

By integrating the capabilities and resources of our brands, we will accelerate the introduction of new technologies and solutions to deliver the most competitive products and solutions to our customers.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for all Local resources & capabilities within scope (skill-set, process , performance or other joint scope definition)
  • Provide guidance and support to Unit members, helping them to achieve their full potential and improve their performance.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of design guidelines to ensure quality in the installation processes.
  • Implement and promote lean agile methodologies within the Unit to improve efficiency, flexibility, and responsiveness.
  • Content creation & technical feasibility of content in Domain roadmap (midterm/ long-term)
  • Supports Global Section Head to plan resources & capacity within scope (skillset, process, component/ other scope definition)

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science
  • At least 10 years of experience in product design/development and/or computer science experience
  • At least 4 years of experience managing technical professionals and technical staff in engineering and design activities

OR

  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science
  • At least 8 years of experience in product design/development and/or computer science experience
  • At least 4 years of experience managing technical professionals and technical staff in engineering and design activities

OR

  • PhD in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science
  • At least 6 years of experience in product design/development and/or computer science experience
  • At least 4 years of experience managing technical professionals and technical staff in engineering and design activities

Additional Requirements

  • Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

  • Leadership experience within an engineering environment
  • Expertise in project management
  • Experience in development of commercial or passenger vehicle preferable
  • Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Understanding of engineering processes and downstream impacts
  • Strong communication skills and team coordination across global teams (considering different cultural backgrounds)
  • Detail oriented, reliable, pro-active and self-motivated
  • Ability to work in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change

Benefits And Compensation

We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.

For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate’s applicable skills, knowledge and experience.

You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

Company Overview

ABOUT TRATON

With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email HUB@International.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.

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