SR DESIGN ENGINEER- ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

Company: Paccar Inc
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: October 27, 2024

Job Description:

Sr Design Engineer- Electrical SystemsDate: Sep 23, 2024Company: PACCAR Company Information: PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905, recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.Requisition Summary:

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This position is for electrical engineers interested in supporting design development for product and electrical systems and architecture. Duties involve interfacing with Product Planning, Marketing & Sales, and Management to evaluate customer requirements and define vehicle level targets, as well as providing engineering assistance and problem resolution. Scope of work includes sustaining design projects, new development programs, and employing innovation skills for concept development.Job Functions / Responsibilities:

• Facilitate program definition activities with PACCAR teams to deliver cost-efficient solutions.
• Coordinate with Product Planning, Manufacturing & PACCAR Parts to align major program requirements.
• Set project vehicle performance targets with Vehicle Property Owners (VPO).
• Define design requirements by completing major program Product Description Books (PDB).
• Apply knowledge of electrical systems to the design and implementation of truck systems.
• Coordinate and complete projects with other engineering groups within the company.
• Identify and initiate complex designs.
• Conduct necessary research incidental to design.
• Complete design projects from planning, calculation, design analysis, testing, evaluation, to implementation.
• Prepare engineering activity status reports.
• Identify and coordinate resolution of production and Quality Assurance issues.
• Up to 10% travel may be required.Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required.
  • 3+ years of experience is required.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
  • Previous design experience of parts and assemblies is preferred.
  • Knowledge of heavy truck assembly and systems is preferred.
  • Experience developing vehicle systems is a plus.
  • Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience using Creo and/or Mentor Graphics is preferred.Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?
    • Global Fortune 500 Company with growth and development opportunities.
    • Work alongside experienced colleagues recognized as experts in their fields.
    • Support the design of commercial vehicles focusing on emerging technologies.Benefits:
      • 401k with up to a 5% company match.
      • Fully funded pension plan.
      • Comprehensive paid time off.
      • 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.Additional Information:
        The salary range for the Sr Design Engineer- Electrical Systems is $84,000 - $131,700 annually. This position is also eligible for a holiday gift and the full range of benefits listed above.PACCAR promotes equal employment opportunities by implementing policies that ensure employees and applicants are not discriminated against based on legally protected statuses.
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