Mechanical Engineer - Exterior Systems

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.
 

 

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

This position will support new product development and will be responsible for engineering design, development, and production support at Peterbilt Division Headquarters in Denton, Texas. Duties involve working on new development programs, employing innovative skills to evolve ideas from concepts to implementation, providing engineering assistance, assembly / system design, problem resolution, training and other engineering duties supporting various aspects of expedited programs. Additional tasks include, completion of six sigma documentation in assigned phases of project and applying standard engineering techniques with minimal supervision, occasionally requiring independent evaluation.  Hiring level for this position will be dependent upon education and experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify and initiate designs of a complex nature and conduct research incidental to design.
• Design projects through the processes of planning, concept development, calculation and design analysis, design, testing, evaluation, and implementation.
• Manage supplier activities related to design and manufacture of components.
• Apply knowledge and skills in Creo, Windchill functionality, stress analysis, and FEA.
• Apply knowledge of various materials and manufacturing processes for components used on vehicle exteriors.
• Prepare engineering activity status reports and other reporting as directed. 
• Identify, prioritize, and coordinate resolution of production, production control, and Quality Assurance issues.
• Demonstrate professional and successful communication skills (verbal/written) with strong, effective interpersonal abilities.
• Act in a professional manner with all external and internal customers.
• Up to 10% Travel may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• 3+ years of relevant expereince 

Recent graduates are encouraged to apply 

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 Board 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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