Mechanical Design Engineer – Sustaining Structures and Interiors

This position will sit out our Kenworth location in Chillicothe, Ohio.

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.

Here’s what you will do in this role:

• Participate in the design and development of truck programs.
• Utilize Creo/Pro-E to create optimized part and assembly of moderate to complex designs requiring

independent judgment.

• Work with internal and external organizations to validate the designs.
• Utilize PACCAR and industry systems to manage the product implementation process, track costs, and

support new product introductions.

• Work closely with multiple PACCAR divisions.

Skills & Qualifications:

• BSME required.
• Prefer 2+ years industry-related background in the design and specification of heavy-duty trucks
• Knowledge of Creo/Pro-E or other solids modeling software required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competency in the use of personal computer software including project management tools, word

processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

• Solid understanding in use of Design for Six Sigma and Six Sigma techniques.
• Willingness to learn and make use of new engineering processes and techniques and be resourceful in

solving complex technical problems.

• Past experience in product development and new product implementation necessary.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Candidates should have a willingness to grow personally and professionally and be results oriented.

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.

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 – Sustaining Structures and Interiors is $75,100 – $112,300 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 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. 

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