Mechanical Engineer - Autonomous Vehicle Platform

PACCAR; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/Dental/Vision

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

EAP services

Job summary

PACCAR Inc is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead the development of an ADAS Level 4 Autonomous Vehicle Platform for an autonomous-enabled truck. You will drive concept development, design validation, and production launch, coordinating with Embedded software, PACCAR Innovation Center, and PACCAR Technical Center, as well as cross-functional teams.

Requirements include a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and CREO/Windchill proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Proficiency with CREO/CREO View/Windchill or equivalent CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of ADAS Level 4 Autonomous Vehicle Platform (AVP) systems from definition to launch.
• Develop mechanical concepts to meet platform requirements and verify with analytics.
• Use DFMEA and DVP tools to mitigate design risks across concept, design and validation.
• Create and maintain project schedules and mitigation plans to meet milestones.
• Manage relationships with autonomous partner and suppliers for smooth information flow.

Skills

5+ years of relevant experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CREO / CREO View / Windchill

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Autonomous Vehicle Platform

Date: Sep 8, 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 premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Peterbilt Motors Company
On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

Requisition Summary

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with interest in developing the systems required to launch an Autonomous Enabled Truck including new designs for Outer Body and Interior Trim Elements, Mechanical Structures, and Electrical Power Distribution.

Scope of work includes concept development, final design development, validation planning, testing support and launching product into production.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the development of ADAS Level 4 Autonomous Vehicle Platform (AVP) systems through the entire product development process from Project Definition to Product Launch.
• Develop mechanical system concepts to meet vehicle platform requirements and utilize analytical tools to verify a robust design.
• Utilize DFMEA and DVP tools to mitigate system design risk throughout the concept, design, and validation phases of the program.
• Create and maintain up-to-date project schedules and develop mitigation plans as needed to meet program milestones.
• Effectively manage relationships with the autonomous partner and suppliers to ensure information flows smoothly and issues are proactively addressed.
• Coordinate regularly during the development process with other PACCAR engineering teams including Embedded software engineering, PACCAR Innovation Center (PIC), and PACCAR Technical Center (PTC).
• Coordinate regularly during the development process with cross-functional groups including Product Planning, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and PACCAR Parts.
• Act in a professional manner in all contacts with external and internal customers.
• Up to 15% travel may be required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Thorough knowledge and experience with CREO / CREO View / Windchill (or similar) required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of and/or experience in heavy truck components and systems
• Strong organizational and documentation skills with the ability to prioritize work effectively
• Demonstrate ability to handle multiple tasks, ability to learn on the fly, and adapt to change
• Demonstrate professional and successful communication skills (verbal/written) with strong, effective interpersonal abilities
• Proactive approach to reconciling issues and reaching consensus
• Strong overall knowledge of PACCAR vehicles
• Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with a Phase Gate development process
• Knowledge in the use of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) tools
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

General Description of all Benefits

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 insuranceEAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.

Additional Job Information

PACCAR is an E-Verify & Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation.Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups – The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women’s Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership & Development (B.O.L.D.),and ADVOCATE (an LGBTQ+ support group).

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