Associate Mechanical Design Engineer - Cost Reduction

PACCAR•Kirkland, WA

2d•$70,500 - $105,800•Onsite

About The Position

Kenworth Truck Company, a division of PACCAR, is hiring an Associate Mechanical Design Engineer for its Cost Reduction team. This on-site role is based in Kirkland, Washington, and focuses on designing, developing, and implementing cost-effective commercial truck design improvements using fabrication methods such as forming, casting, and injection molding. The engineer will use Creo Parametric to create assemblies that meet structural, ergonomic, aesthetic, and quality goals, and will work through PACCAR’s Product Creation Process and Tollgate project management system. The position includes coordinating product changes, validating designs with internal and external organizations, collaborating across PACCAR divisions, and managing multiple priorities. Travel may be up to 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
0–1+ years of experience.
Willingness to use engineering processes and techniques and resourcefulness in solving complex technical problems.
Independent judgment and effective project management skills.
Ability to manage costs, time, and resources.
Strong self-motivation.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Creo Parametric or other CAD solid-modeling software.
Competence using personal computer software such as word-processing, database, and spreadsheet applications.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement cost-effective commercial truck design improvements using methods including forming, casting, and injection molding.
Use Creo Parametric to create assemblies that meet structural, ergonomic, aesthetic, and quality goals.
Work through the Product Creation Process using Tollgate to manage projects, report updates, and regularly apply Six Sigma skills.
Use PACCAR and industry systems to manage product-change implementation and track project schedules, budgets, and functional requirements.
Work with internal and external organizations to validate designs.
Collaborate closely with multiple PACCAR divisions.
Manage multiple priorities and goals simultaneously.
Apply creativity to design tasks and propose innovative approaches to standard work.
Travel up to 10%.

Benefits

401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
Paid time off, including a minimum of 10 vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick time; additional vacation days with seniority or years of service.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
Paid short- and long-term disability programs.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employee Assistance Program services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
Growth and development opportunities.
Opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues recognized as experts in their fields.
Opportunity to support or design future commercial vehicles, including electric and autonomous trucks.