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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. 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.

Do you want to help shape Peterbilt’s future electric powered vehicles?

The Zero Emissions Design team is looking for a Battery Electric Vehicle Engineer with interest in supporting innovative design development. Duties involve interface with the PACCAR Technical Center, PACCAR Vehicle Electric Powertrain Team, Product Planning, Marketing & Sales, Management and Suppliers to evaluate customer requirements and definition of vehicle level targets that support launching the next generation of industry leading trucks.

Scope of work includes working on new development programs, analysis of potential new product designs, employing innovative skills to mature ideas from concepts, problem resolution, and other engineering duties supporting various aspects of product development.

• Ability to manage deliverables across multiple projects, providing guidance on the application of specific tools and or processes. 
• Work in a collaborative small-team environment to explore and evaluate advanced vehicle technologies.
• Provide guidance and coaching to young engineers. 
• Maintain DFMEA and DVP tasks and deliverables. 
• Collaborate with multiple suppliers to aid successful integration and validation of electric powertrain components into PACCAR trucks
• Leverage internal product development processes and Six Sigma skills to ensure high quality results, manage progress and report updates. 
• Manage supplier activities related to design and manufacture of components. 
• Work closely with multiple PACCAR divisions.
• Manage multiple priorities and goals simultaneously. 
• Support pilot builds at PACCAR truck factories. 
• Travel up to 10% may be required.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required 
• 7+ years of experience in related field 
• Experience leading engineering projects 
• DFSS green belt desired 
• Knowledge and experience with Battery Electric Powertrain integration desired 
• Basic knowledge of Pro/E or other similar solid modeling software 
• Familiarity with project management methods and tools 
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks, adaptability to change, self-starter 
• Demonstrated effective communication skills (verbal/written)  
• Applying standard engineering techniques with minimal supervision 
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and related computer software 

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.

PACCAR is an 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 and Development (B.O.L.D) and ADVOCATE (An LGBTQ support group).

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