Mechanical Engineer -Product Development Program

Company Information

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Peterbilt Motors Company

On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability, and pride.  Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability, and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

Requisition Summary

This position will be responsible for identifying and defining key attributes for a product development program. This includes portfolio rationalization, cost and warranty reductions, and performance improvement opportunities. The team will be located at the Peterbilt Plant in Denton, Texas.

Responsibilities include supporting a new vehicle development program through cross-functional collaboration, scope definition, technical evaluation, and issue resolution while helping shape program content and priorities. 

Additional tasks include completing Six Sigma documentation and applying standard engineering techniques with minimal supervision, while exercising independent judgment to evaluate and resolve technical issues as needed.

Hiring level for this position will be dependent upon education and experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and develop product scope opportunities for a new vehicle development program, including cost reduction, performance improvement, and customer value enhancements.
• Estimate anticipated business and product benefits, resource needs, timing, technical feasibility, and implementation risks for proposed scope opportunities.
• Identify and advance portfolio rationalization opportunities through complexity reduction, standardization, and optimization of product offerings across vehicle models and configurations.
• Handle multiple tasks concurrently while effectively prioritizing activities to support program objectives.
• Apply knowledge of various materials, manufacturing processes, and vehicle systems to evaluate product improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate and complete project efforts with other engineering groups, departments, and divisions within the company.
• Identify issues proactively and facilitate timely resolution through collaboration, analysis, and consensus-building.
• Support product development activities through concept development, design, validation, and implementation as the program matures through the development process.
• Prepare engineering activity status reports and other detailed reporting as directed.
• Act in a professional manner in all contacts with external and internal customers.
• Up to 10% travel may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field required.
• 4+ years of related work experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of heavy truck systems, components, vehicle configurations, and product offerings.
• Previous experience in heavy-duty truck, automotive, or commercial vehicle product development.
• Experience evaluating engineering tradeoffs involving cost, performance, manufacturability, complexity, and customer value.
• Experience developing business cases, product recommendations, or engineering proposals for new product development initiatives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other engineering or project management software tools.
• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to influence decisions through data-driven recommendations.

General Description of all Benefits

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 including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an E-Verify & Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation. Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups – The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women’s Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership & Development (B.O.L.D.), and ADVOCATE (an LGBTQ+ support group).

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