Associate Electrical Design Engineer

About the role

This position is for electrical engineers interested in supporting design development of 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.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate program definition activities with PACCAR teams to deliver cost-efficient solutions.
• Integrate Engine, After Treatment, Transmissions and ABS/ESP/ACC electrical/electronic features/requirements into Kenworth/PACCAR vehicles.
• Manage engineering and project management processes to maintain schedule, budget, and functionality.
• Plan and track validation testing of components.
• Support product launch at vehicle assembly plants.
• Ensure industry leading quality and reliability is met/maintained/exceeded on all components.
• Provide interface documentation to wiring design, system architect(s), and mechanical design group.
• Contribute to development of procedures and practices that ensure quality and reliable electric/electronic systems.
• Covers coordination and completion of projects and design efforts with other engineering groups and departments within the company.
• Assigns, approves, performs or delegates supplier design modifications as appropriate.
• Completes design projects and manufacturing process changes from planning, calculation and design analysis, design, testing, evaluation and implementation necessary for successful completion.
• As part of a new product development team, perform the design and development of assigned elements of: wiring harnesses, routings and guides system level schematics or other embedded electronic control modules.
• Covers coordination and design validation activities with both suppliers and PACCAR Technical Center.
• Up to 10% travel may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required. 0-1+ years design experience is required. Experience in design and application of automotive wiring harnesses, automotive electronic control modules, switches, driver input devices, and HMI elements is preferred. Understanding of Design for Six Sigma and Six Sigma techniques is preferred. Knowledge of and/or experience in heavy truck assembly, heavy truck components, and systems is preferred. Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. Experience using Creo, Siemens Capital, and/or Mentor Graphics is preferred. Proficiency using Requirements Management tools, Systems Engineering tools, Pro/E or other 3D CAD software is desired. Previous design experience of parts and assemblies will be given preference.

Qualifications

Previous design experience of parts and assemblies will be given preference.

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 0-1+ years design experience.
• Experience in design and application of automotive wiring harnesses, automotive electronic control modules, switches, driver input devices, and HMI elements.
• Understanding of Design for Six Sigma and Six Sigma techniques.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in heavy truck assembly, heavy truck components, and systems.
• Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using Creo, Siemens Capital, and/or Mentor Graphics.
• Proficiency using Requirements Management tools, Systems Engineering tools, Pro/E or other 3D CAD software.

Benefits

Includes a full range of benefits 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

Pay

$70,500 - $105,800 annually.

Schedule

Full-time.