Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Hood Design

Kenworth Truck Co.; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 86,900 - 136,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision

Job summary

Kenworth Truck Company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for Hood Design in Kirkland, WA. You will lead design and development of hood and outerbody systems, using Creo to build complex assemblies and drive validation with internal and external teams.

You will collaborate across PACCAR divisions, manage multiple projects, and understand manufacturing processes from plant to supplier to deliver world-class products. A strong background in automotive design and leadership is required.

Qualifications

• BSME or equivalent degree required; Master’s degree and PE/EIT certification desirable.
• 3-5+ years in design and specification of automotive or outerbody systems.
• Advanced proficiency with Creo; experience with surface design and/or FEA desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of GD&T principles.
• Proficient with MS Office and project management tools.
• Willingness to learn and adopt new engineering processes.
• Experience solving complex technical problems and leading a small team.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of mechanical systems within hood and outerbody systems.
• Use Creo modeling software to create complex assemblies meeting structural and aesthetic goals.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to validate designs.
• Utilize PACCAR systems to manage product creation, costs, schedules, and NPI.
• Collaborate across multiple PACCAR divisions.
• Manage multiple priorities and goals.
• Develop understanding of plant and supplier manufacturing processes for hood/outerbody production.
• Apply creativity to design tasks and propose innovative approaches to standard work.

Skills

Automotive design experience

Excellent communication

Leadership of small team

Design for Six Sigma

GD&T knowledge

Project management

Willingness to learn

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree and PE/EIT desirable

Tools

Creo

Finite Element Analysis

GD&T

Job description

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 designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Division Information

Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company’s dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium duty diesel-electric hybrids.

Requisition Summary

This position is in the Kenworth Hoods & Bumpers group and will work in a team-based environment focused on the development of designs within the hood and outerbody systems. Design work will be focused on developing mechanical systems in support of new product development projects. In the position, the employee will have the opportunity to work with the product from the design and validation phases through production. The employee will work closely with other disciplines across the company to deliver a World Class product.

Here's What You Will Do In This Role

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of mechanical systems within the hood and outerbody systems in the New Product Hood Design group.
• Utilize Creo modeling software to create complex assemblies that meet both structural and aesthetic goals.
• Work with internal and external organizations to validate the designs.
• Utilize PACCAR and industry systems to manage the product creation process, track costs, project schedules, and support new product introductions.
• Work collaboratively with multiple PACCAR divisions.
• Manage multiple priorities and goals simultaneously.
• Develop and maintain a clear understanding of plant and supplier manufacturing processes associated with the production of hood and outerbody systems.
• Apply creativity to design tasks and problem solving while proposing innovative approaches to standard work.

Qualifications And Skills

• BSME or equivalent degree required; Master’s degree and PE/EIT certification desirable
• 3-5+ years industry-related background in the design and specification of automotive or outerbody systems required
• Advanced proficiency using Creo or other solid modeling software required. Experience with surface design and/or FiniteElement Analysis desired.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform and/or lead development efforts on design techniques including Design for Six Sigma, Six Sigma, Creo and specific technical competencies.
• Working knowledge of GD&T principles.
• Competency in the use of personal computer software including project management tools, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Willingness to learn and make use of new engineering processes and techniques.
• Experience solving complex technical problems.Experience in product development and new product implementation.
• Demonstrated team player
• Candidates should have a willingness to grow personally and professionally and a demonstrated ability to lead a small team to timely objectives.

Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?

• Global Fortune 500Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields
• Support 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 Information

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 Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Hood Design position is $86,900 - $136,300 annually. This position is also eligible for a holiday gift. 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.