Location: Kirkland, WA
Company: Paccar
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.
Job Functions / Responsibilities Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 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 Travel up to 10% Qualifications & Skills BSME or equivalent engineering degree required; EIT certification is a plus 0-1 year industry-related background in the design and specification of heavy-duty trucks is a plus 3D modeling software experience required (Creo Parametric specific knowledge is a plus), with 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 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 Manufacturing plant experience desirable 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 Mechanical Design Engineer is $63,000 - $94,500 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 promotes equal employment opportunities by implementing policies and practices that ensure employees and applicants are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, interaction, gender, gender identity or expression, interactionual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status or other legally protected status. This applies to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, termination, rates of pay, and other conditions of employment.
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Responsibilities: Conduct all aspects of electrical designs to deliver product features, system performance and quality for high-volume electro-mechanical systems and platforms Develop transmitter, receiver, and compute boards to produce differentiated products based on the company's core technologies Responsible
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We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, pregnancy, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. For more details: jobs-search. org/manufacturing_kirkland-c450375/senior-and-principal-hardware-design-engineers-kirkland_i1971444667
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