Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer - Chassis/Frame

PACCAR • Kirkland, WA

12d

About The Position

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. 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. This role is for a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer - Chassis/Frame who has a passion for vehicle design and wants to work on industry-leading products that are setting the bar for fuel economy, low greenhouse gas emissions, and exceptional quality. You will join a group of high-performing professionals who pride themselves in developing innovative products. Kenworth design engineers focus on product development from conceptualization to implementation on the production floor. See your designs making a difference on the open highway!

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or technical field required.
• 3-5+ years of experience required in the specification and design of complex automotive components.
• 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: Senior