A Method Engineer for Cabs & Chassis defines, develops, and verifies workshop and service methods to ensure that TRATON cabs, chassis systems, and related electrical installations are maintainable, safe, efficient, and cost-effective throughout their entire lifecycle.

The role acts as an interface between engineering and service operations, translating technical design data into practical repair, maintenance, and diagnostic procedures used by technicians and service personnel worldwide.

The position is based in Munich and is part of TRATON’s global R&D organization. You will be employed by TRATON Germany, reporting legally to the responsible manager in Munich and functionally to the responsible manager in Södertälje, Sweden.

• Development and verification of repair, maintenance, and refurbishment methods for cab structures, cab components, cab suspension, and chassis-mounted systems

• Definition and validation of methods for electrical systems such as tachographs, cameras, sensors, and radar units, ensuring functional reliability and service accessibility

• Ensuring that all methods are ergonomic, efficient, and compliant with TRATON’s safety, quality, and environmental standards

• Contributing to the definition and maintenance of repair standards, service requirements, and technical documentation for cab and chassis components

• Representing the service perspective in product and process development projects related to cabs and chassis

• Close collaboration with design, diagnostics, documentation, tooling, and parts management teams to ensure maintainability and serviceability

• Providing structured feedback on serviceability, repairability, and component accessibility to improve product design

• Utilizing digital tools and simulation environments to assess accessibility, ergonomics, repair times, and cost impacts of cab and chassis designs

• Identifying opportunities for improvement in methods, standards, and internal processes to increase efficiency and safety

• Supporting the continuous improvement of service engineering processes in collaboration with global TRATON service organizations

• Translating engineering data, 3D models, and drawings into clear and workshop-ready service instructions

• Ensuring that service information for cab and chassis is consistent, technically accurate, and aligned with TRATON’s global documentation standards

• Supporting documentation and parts catalog teams with technical clarifications and validations during method development

• Acting as a point of contact for technical questions in service, training, and product support

• Representing the “Methods Cabs & Chassis” function in reviews, validations, and cross-functional projects

• Sharing insights from field experience, workshops, and pilot repairs to improve maintainability and safety

Your Qualifications

• Strong technical understanding of cab structures, chassis systems, and electrical installations (e.g., tacho, cameras, sensors, radar, lighting)

• Practical experience with trucks, buses, and cab/chassis systems is highly valued and considered essential, providing insight into real workshop conditions and ensuring that developed methods are realistic and efficient

• Ability to translate complex engineering designs into practical and safe repair and maintenance methods

• Experience with 3D software, digital verification, and method validation using both virtual and physical prototypes

• Background in service, maintenance, or repair of commercial vehicles, ideally within body repair, cab systems, or vehicle electrics. Analytical mindset, structured way of working, and attention to detail

• Collaborative approach with strong communication and documentation skills

• Proficiency in English; German and Swedish are advantages

We offer

• Flexible working hours with trust-based working hours

• Up to 80% working remotely as well as 20 days/year working from abroad in the EU

• 30 leave days + 6-8 additional free days due to conversion option

• Attractive compensation with 5 special payments

• Benefits and employee discounts including VW leasing offers

• Company pension scheme

• Digital learning from everywhere

• Global career opportunities with TRATON brands in Sweden, USA and Brazil