Mechanical Design Engineer - Chassis/Frame

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
 
Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!
 

Kenworth Truck Company

Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery-electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality and inclusivity in the workplace. 

Requisition Summary

Do you have a passion for vehicle design? Do you want to work on industry-leading products that are setting thebar for fuel economy, low greenhouse gas emissions, and exceptional quality? Join a group of high-performingprofessionals who pride themselves in developing innovative products. Kenworth design engineers focus onproduct development from conceptualization to implementation on the production floor. See your designs makinga difference on the open highway!

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and continuous improvement of Kenworth’s heavy-duty truck chassis within the Core Chassis Group.


• Collaborate with Paccar factories to implement innovative solutions addressing production issues identified by the Liaison Engineering team and Applications and Release Teams.


• Support new product development, warranty, and cost reduction initiatives through effective cross-functional collaboration to select and validate designs.


• Communicate clearly with internal teams and external suppliers to design, validate, and implement purchased components, ensuring quality and cost objectives are met.


• Enhance and streamline order processing by updating and maintaining the Paccar proprietary “Frame Design” rules engine software.


• Travel up to 10% as required


• Work under the guidance of senior engineers to develop technical skills and deepen industry knowledge.
  
  

Skills / Competencies

• 1-3+ years of experience in the specification and design of complex automotive components required


• Competence in desktop applications such as MS Office and CAD software


• Familiar with project management and Six Sigma tools


• Experience in logic trees and rules engine software a plus


• Demonstrates strong curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new mechanical design systems and solving complex engineering problems


• Open to receiving and acting on feedback with a positive, team-oriented attitude.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
  
  

Paccar Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including: 

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  • 401k with up to a 5% company match 
  
  
  • Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement 
  
  
  • Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time 
  
  
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education 
  
  
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family 
  
  
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) 
  
  
  • Paid short-and long-term disability programs 
  
  
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance 
  
  
  • EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more 
    
    
  
  
  
  

Additional Job Board Information

At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Mechanical Design Engineer - Chassis/Frame is $80,800 - $120,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer.