Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Product Development Structure and Interior Systems

PACCAR•Kirkland, WA

2d•$90,400 - $141,800

About The Position

Kenworth Truck Company is seeking multiple Mechanical Design Engineers for their Cab/Outerbody Department. This role focuses on new product interior vehicle design, working on industry-leading products that set the bar for quality, industrial design, and customer ergonomics. Kenworth design engineers are involved in product development from conceptualization to implementation on the production floor. The company offers unique career advancement opportunities across various business functions. The vacancies are within the New Product Development Structure & Interior Systems/Sustaining Structures and Outerbody teams.

Requirements

BSME or equivalent engineering degree required
3-5+ 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.
Aerodynamic product enhancements, warranty and cost reduction projects that add to the overall profitability of the organization.
Participate in and/or lead the design and development of structures-based projects in the Outerbody team.
Utilize Creo Parametric to create optimized part and assembly models of moderate to complex designs requiring independent judgment.
Work closely with the Industrial Design and Styling groups in the development of new or updated vehicle exteriors.
Work with the PACCAR Technical Center and external organizations to validate the designs through Finite Element Analysis, Computation Fluid Dynamics, and durability tests.

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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