PACCAR Inc.

Design Engineer- Electrical Systems

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Design Engineer- Electrical Systems Date: Oct 18, 2024 Company: PACCAR 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. Requisition Summary: 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 definition of vehicle level targets, as well as engineering assistance, problem resolution, training, and other engineering duties supporting various aspects of heavy truck production. 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 book of wishes and identify all customer requirements which cascade into design requirements. Apply knowledge of electrical systems and components to design and implementation of truck systems and components. Coordinates and completes projects and design efforts with other engineering groups and departments within the Company. Identifies and initiates designs of a complex nature. Directs and conducts necessary research incidental to design. Completes design projects and manufacturing process changes from planning, calculation and design analysis, design, testing, evaluation and implementation necessary for successful completion. Prepares engineering activity status reports and other detailed reporting as directed. Identifies, prioritizes, and coordinates resolution of production, production control, and Quality Assurance issues as appropriate. Up to 10% travel may be required. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required. 2 years experience required. 3-5 years experience is preferred. Handles multiple tasks, takes initiative, team player, problem-solver, professional and effective communication skills (written and verbal). Excellent interpersonal skills are required. Previous design experience of parts and assemblies will be given preference. Knowledge of and/or experience in heavy truck assembly, heavy truck components, and systems preferred. Experience developing vehicle systems is a plus. Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience using Creo and/or Mentor Graphics will be given preference. 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. 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 include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more. Additional Job Board Information PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer. J-18808-Ljbffr