Mechanical Design Engineer - Product Development Structure and Interior Systems
About The Position
Kenworth Truck Company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for new product interior vehicle design. This role involves working on industry-leading products that set the bar for quality, industrial design, and customer ergonomics. The successful candidate will join a group of high-performing professionals dedicated to developing innovative truck interiors. Kenworth design engineers focus on product development from conceptualization to implementation on the production floor, allowing you to see your designs making a difference on the open highway. Kenworth offers unique career advancement opportunities in areas such as engineering design, manufacturing operations, product planning, and marketing.
Requirements
- BSME or equivalent engineering degree required
- 1-3+ years of design experience required
- Extensive 3D modeling software experience
- Knowledge of different fabrication methods - injection molded plastic, vacuum forming, soft-trim, sheet metal, etc.
- Passion and excitement for customer focused human centered design
- Understanding in use of Design for Six Sigma and Six Sigma techniques.
- Ability to perform in a lean, fast-paced, results-oriented environment, while managing multiple priorities is a must
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present monthly status updates in front of engineering management teams
- Competency in the use of personal computer software including project management tools, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Willingness to learn and make use of new engineering processes and techniques and be resourceful in solving complex technical problems.
- Past experience in product development and new product implementation necessary.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Candidates should have a willingness to grow personally and professionally and be results oriented.
Nice To Haves
- EIT certification is a plus
- previous industry intern experience is desired
- Creo Parametric® knowledge is a plus
- Manufacturing plant experience desirable
Responsibilities
- Utilize Creo Parametric® 3D modeling software to create complex assemblies & drawings that meet structural, ergonomic, aesthetic, and quality goals
- Work with industrial design groups to finalize styling intent surfaces and turn them into fully functional interior trim parts
- Create rapid prototyped parts to quickly validate multiple design concepts
- Apply creative thinking to design tasks and propose innovative approaches to standard work
- Use Design for Six Sigma & engineering tools to validate designs – QFD, FMEA, DVP&R, GD&T, 1-D Stacks, FEA, etc.
- Manage implementation of product changes by tracking project schedule, budget, and functional requirements throughout the entire life of the project
- Work with the PACCAR Technical Center and external organizations to validate your designs
- Work closely with multiple PACCAR divisions and outside suppliers (Engineering, Industrial Design, Ergonomics, Electrical, Manufacturing, Program Management, Quality, Tool Shops, Plant Assembly Line Operators, etc.)
- Manage multiple priorities and goals simultaneously
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
