Mechanical Engineer - Future Chassis Development
Company Information
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and a global leader in commercial vehicle, financial, and customer‑service fields. It designs, manufactures, and supports high‑quality light, medium, and heavy‑duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates, and also develops advanced powertrains, provides financial services and IT, and distributes truck parts. Peterbilt Motors Company, founded in 1939, is known for premium‑quality trucks used on highways, construction sites, city streets, and logging roads, emphasizing performance, reliability, and customer pride.
About the Role
The Mechanical Engineer will conduct engineering investigation, research, design, and analysis of Class 8 and medium‑duty chassis and suspension systems. Work includes root‑cause analysis, problem definition and resolution, and reporting to upper management. Projects focus on new product development, production design & support, factory process improvements, field service, and warranty support. The position is based at the Peterbilt Division Headquarters in Denton, Texas, and collaborates with suppliers and other PACCAR divisions (PACCAR Corporate, Kenworth, Dynacraft, and the PACCAR Technical Center).
Responsibilities
- Coordinate design efforts with other engineering groups and departments within PACCAR.
- Assign, approve, perform, or delegate designs as appropriate.
- Analyze data from warranty claims to support future designs.
- Utilize Creo / Pro‑Engineer as a design tool.
- Initiate and implement complex design solutions.
- Prepare engineering activity status reports and detailed reporting as directed.
- Identify, prioritize, and coordinate resolutions of production, production‑control, and Quality Assurance issues.
- Perform calculations, design analysis, testing, evaluation, and implementation necessary for successful product implementation.
- Travel up to 10 % as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (required).
- 7 + years of experience in a related field.
- Knowledge of and/or experience in heavy‑truck assembly, components, and systems (preferred).
- Previous design experience of parts and assemblies (preferred).
- Familiarity with chassis layouts and system design (preferred).
- Understanding of component analysis & validation techniques (preferred).
- Proficiency with PowerPoint and strong presentation skills.
- Proficiency with Excel.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change.
- New graduates through experienced engineers are encouraged to apply; grade level will be determined by experience and education.
Benefits
- 401(k) with up to a 5 % company match.
- Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
- Comprehensive paid time off: minimum of 10 vacation days (additional days with seniority), 12 paid holidays, and sick time.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for employee and family.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
- Paid short‑ and long‑term disability programs.
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.
- Eligibility for a holiday gift.