Mechanical Engineer - Autonomous Vehicle Platform

Peterbilt Motors Company

Denton (TX)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 135,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Wellness/equity programs

Holiday gift eligibility

Job summary

Peterbilt Motors Company, a PACCAR brand, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead ADAS Level 4 Autonomous Vehicle Platform development and to design outer body, interior trim, mechanical structures, and electrical power distribution for next-gen autonomous trucks.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Product Planning, Marketing, Sales, and PACCAR divisions to translate customer requirements into vehicle-level targets and to drive the program through concept, design, validation, and

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.

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

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CREO / CREO View / Windchill

Job description

Company Information

Peterbilt Motors Company

Requisition Summary

Do you want to help shape the future of Peterbilt and PACCAR?

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.

Duties involve interface with Product Planning, Marketing & Sales, and Management across all PACCAR Divisions to evaluate customer requirements and definition of vehicle level targets that support launching the next generation of autonomous trucks.

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 insurance
EAP 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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