Associate Mechanical Design Engineer - Suspension

PACCAR Technical Center; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with up to 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Paid time off (vacation)

12 holidays + sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

FSA/HSA

Disability and life insurance

EAP services

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking an Associate Mechanical Design Engineer - Suspension in the Seattle area to join the Core Suspension group. You will design and develop heavy-duty truck suspensions and manage cradle-to-grave projects across front/rear suspensions, axles, brakes, and power steering using Creo.

You will collaborate with internal and external teams to validate designs, support REI/PLR/OAR processes, and contribute to the Product Creation Process with Six Sigma methods.

Qualifications

• BSME required; Masters degree in business or engineering and P.E. certificate preferred
• 0-1 years of experience in the specification and design of complex automotive components preferred; proficiency using Creo or other solids modeling software preferred
• Past experience working onsite at a PACCAR facility preferred
• Competence in the use of personal computer software such as word processing, database, and spreadsheets; familiarity with project management methods

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and development of heavy-duty truck suspensions within the Core Suspension group.
• Manage suspension-related projects cradle-to-grave for front/rear suspensions, axles, brakes, outer-ends, power steering, fifth wheels, end-of-frame, tires and wheels.
• Complete work related to REI, regulation changes, PLR, field service, and OAR support.
• Gain breadth of knowledge in the project release process by working with internal and external organizations.
• Utilize Creo to create optimized parts and assemblies of complex designs.
• Work with internal and external organizations to validate the designs.
• Work through the Product Creation Process utilizing Tollgate and apply Six Sigma skills.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Six Sigma

Independent judgement

Cost/time/resource management

Microsoft Office

Education

BSME

Masters degree in business or engineering

P.E. certificate

Tools

Creo

Job description

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Associate Mechanical Design Engineer - Suspension

Date: Oct 6, 2026

Company: PACCAR

Company Information PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Kenworth Truck Company Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, 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.

Here’s what you will do in this role:

• Participate in the design and development of heavy-duty truck suspensions within the Core Suspension group.
• Manage suspension-related projects “cradle-to-grave” for areas of the truck including front and rear suspensions, axles, brakes, outer-ends, power steering, fifth wheels, end-of-frame, tires and wheels.
• Complete work related to Requests for Engineering Information (REI), regulation changes, Plant Liaison Requests (PLR), field service, and OAR support.
• Gain and breadth of knowledge in the project release process by working with internal and external organizations.
• Utilize Creo to create optimized parts and assemblies of complex designs.
• Work with internal and external organizations to validate the designs.
• Work through the Product Creation Process utilizing Tollgate to manage projects and report updates, and put Six Sigma skills to use regularly.

Skills & Qualifications:

• BSME required; Masters degree in business or engineering and P.E. certificate preferred
• 0-1 years of experience in the specification and design of complex automotive components preferred; proficiency using Creo or other solids modeling software preferred
• Past experience working onsite at a PACCAR facility preferred
• Competence in the use of personal computer software such as word processing, database, and spreadsheets
• Familiarity with project management methods and tools
• Candidate should be willing to make use of engineering processes and techniques and be resourceful in solving complex technical problems
• Requires independent judgement and effective project management
• Ability to manage costs, time and resources; strong communication skills.

Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth? Global Fortune 500Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunitiesWork alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fieldsSupport and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as electric and autonomous trucks.

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 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

Additional Job Board InformationPACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Associate Mechanical Design Engineer - Suspension is $70,500– $105,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer.

Nearest Major Market: Seattle
Nearest Secondary Market: Bellevue
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