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Mechanical Design Engineer - Outerbody

PACCARKirkland, WA
$80,800 - $120,800Onsite

About The Position

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905, recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields. 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.

Requirements

  • BSME or equivalent engineering degree required
  • 1-3+ years of experience required
  • 3D modeling software experience required (Creo Parametric specific knowledge is a plus)
  • Competency in the use of personal computer software including project management tools
  • Understanding in the 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
  • Willingness to learn and make use of new engineering processes and techniques and be resourceful in solving complex technical problems
  • 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
  • industry-related background in the design and specification of heavy-duty trucks is a plus
  • surfacing skills highly valued
  • Past experience in product development and new product implementation desired
  • Working knowledge of sheet metal, composite panels, and polymers/elastomers and their manufacturing processes a plus
  • Manufacturing plant experience desirable

Responsibilities

  • 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
  • Create rapid prototyped parts to quickly validate multiple design concepts
  • Employ Design for Six Sigma and engineering tools to validate designs: QFD, FMEA, DVP&R, GD&T
  • Work with the PACCAR Technical Center and external organizations to validate the designs through Finite Element Analysis, Computation Fluid Dynamics, and durability tests
  • Manage implementation of product changes by tracking project schedule, budget, and functional requirements throughout the entire life of the project
  • Work closely with multiple PACCAR divisions
  • 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
  • holiday gift

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