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 Worlds 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 companys dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium duty diesel-electric hybrids.

Job Summary
Kenworth is expanding its Air Systems Engineering team to include integration of electrified powertrains as well as advanced diesel powertrains. We are looking to add engineers to the team that are knowledgeable in vehicle air systems integration and have experience or the desire to gain experience in air systems design. Our ideal candidates will be motivated to contribute to a new generation of vehicles at Kenworth and PACCAR globally.
This position is within the Systems Engineering department at Kenworth. Responsibilities will include requirements definition, investigative, development, coordination, and implementation activities. The team will interface with other teams at PACCAR developing other related systems and represent North American vehicle requirements in our global organization.

Here's what you will do in this role:
Define requirements for, evaluate, design, and select air systems components appropriate for PACCAR diesel, battery electric vehicle (BEV), and other alternative power source vehicles.
Define integration requirements and lead the implementation into medium and heavy duty trucks.
Utilize Pro/E to create optimized parts and assembly of complex designs.
Drive chosen supplier partners to meet program schedules and milestones.
Work with internal and external organizations on issue identification, root cause analysis, design, validation, product release, and field support.
Support efforts with lead teams at other PACCAR divisions to ensure successful global launches of PACCAR vehicles. Includes interfacing with PACCAR Technical Center, Peterbilt, DAF, and PACCAR Purchasing.
Communicate results and progress to team and stakeholders on a regular basis and facilitate technology transfer between PACCAR divisions.
Manage vehicle-related issue resolution projects cradle-to-grave in all areas of the truck.
Up to 20% travel possible

Required Skills:
BSME or equivalent engineering degree required
2+ years of experience in the specification and design of complex automotive components required
Experience working within a gated product creation process desired
Experience with system-level requirements development, component selection, integration, performance, and validation
Previously demonstrated resourcefulness, strong technical knowledge, analytical capability, and communication skills
Self-directed with excellent analysis and engineering judgement
Collaborative nature, fosters a sense of team across groups and cultures
Demonstrated high levels of initiative and innovation
Ability to perform in a fast-pace, results-oriented environment, while managing multiple priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills:
Masters Degree and PE license preferred
Project management, and/or design lead experience preferred
Experience working within a gated product creation process desired
Experience working with Creo preferred
Past experience working onsite at a PACCAR facility is a plus

Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?
Global Fortune 500 company 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
Medical, dental and vision insurance plans for you and your family.
Paid Time Off vacation, paid holidays and sick leave.
401k with 100% company match, AND a company paid pension plan after 5 years.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education eligible after 1 year of service.

Education
BSME or equivalent engineering degree required
Masters Degree and PE license preferred

Additional Job Board Information
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, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual 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.