Associate Mechanical Design Engineer - Chassis/Frame

Overview Do you have a passion for vehicle design? Do you want to work on industry‑leading products that are setting the bar for fuel economy, low greenhouse gas emissions, and exceptional quality? Join a group of high‑performing professionals who pride themselves in developing innovative products. 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! Responsibilities Contribute to the design and continuous improvement of Kenworth's heavy‑duty truck chassis within the Core Chassis Group. Collaborate with PACCAR factories to implement innovative solutions addressing production issues identified by the Liaison Engineering team and Applications and Release Teams. Support new product development, warranty, and cost‑reduction initiatives through effective cross‑functional collaboration to select and validate designs. Communicate clearly with internal teams and external suppliers to design, validate, and implement purchased components, ensuring quality and cost objectives are met. Enhance and streamline order processing by updating and maintaining the PACCAR proprietary "Frame Design" rules‑engine software. Travel up to 10% as required. Work under the guidance of senior engineers to develop technical skills and deepen industry knowledge. Qualifications 1-3+ years of experience in the specification and design of complex automotive components. Competence in desktop applications such as MS Office and CAD software. Familiarity with project management and Six Sigma tools. Experience in logic trees and rules‑engine software is a plus. Strong curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new mechanical design systems and solving complex engineering problems. Open to receiving and acting on feedback with a positive, team‑oriented attitude. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work. Benefits 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement. Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 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 including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more. Salary & Compensation The salary range for the Mechanical Design Engineer – Chassis/Frame is $80,800 – $120,800 annually. Equal Opportunity PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr PACCAR