Mechanical Design Engineer - Chassis/Frame

PACCAR • Kirkland, WA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and a global leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks. Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is known for its innovative, fuel-efficient, and productive trucks. This role focuses on product development from conceptualization to implementation, allowing designs to make a difference on the open highway. The Mechanical Design Engineer will contribute to the design and continuous improvement of Kenworth’s heavy-duty truck chassis within the Core Chassis Group, collaborating with Paccar factories and suppliers to implement innovative solutions, support new product development, and enhance order processing through proprietary software.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in logic trees and rules engine software a plus.

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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed