Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Product Development Structure and Interior Systems

Kenworth Truck Company

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.

Do you have a passion for new product interior vehicle design? Do you want to work on industry‑leading products that are setting the bar for quality, industrial design, and customer ergonomics? Join a group of high‑performing professionals who pride themselves in developing innovative truck interiors. Kenworth design engineers focus on product development from conceptualization to implementation on the production floor. See your designs making a difference on the open highway!

Kenworth offers unique career advancement opportunities ranging from engineering design, manufacturing operations, product planning, marketing, and many other business functions.

Kenworth's Cab/Outerbody Department is seeking multiple Mechanical Design Engineers. There are multiple vacancies and below are some of the job functions.

• Utilize Creo Parametric 3D modeling software to create complex assemblies & drawings that meet structural, ergonomic, aesthetic, and quality goals.
• Work with industrial design groups to finalize styling intent surfaces and turn them into fully functional interior trim parts.
• Create rapid prototype parts to quickly validate multiple design concepts.
• Apply creative thinking to design tasks and propose innovative approaches to standard work.
• Use Design for Six Sigma & engineering tools to validate designs – QFD, FMEA, DVP&R, GD&T, 1‑D Stacks, FEA, etc.
• Manage implementation of product changes by tracking project schedule, budget, and functional requirements throughout the entire life of the project.
• Work with the PACCAR Technical Center and external organizations to validate your designs.
• Work closely with multiple PACCAR divisions and outside suppliers:
  Engineering, Industrial Design, Ergonomics, Electrical, Manufacturing, Program Management, Quality, Tool Shops, Plant Assembly Line Operators, etc.
• Manage multiple priorities and goals simultaneously.
• Travel up to ~5‑10%.

• 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 prototype 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, Computational 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%.

• BSME or equivalent engineering degree required; EIT certification is a plus.
• 3‑5+ years of design experience required (previous industry internship experience is desired).
• Extensive 3D modeling software experience (Creo Parametric knowledge is a plus).
• Knowledge of different fabrication methods – injection molded plastic, vacuum forming, soft‑trim, sheet metal, etc.
• Passion and excitement for customer‑focused human‑centered design.
• Understanding of 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.
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