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Kenworth Truck Co. · 7 hours ago

Associate Electrical Design Engineer

Kirkland, WA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$68K/yr - $102K/yr

0+ years exp

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company recognized as a global leader in commercial vehicles, and they are seeking an Associate Electrical Design Engineer to design and release electrical components for heavy trucks. The role involves integrating various electrical features into vehicles, managing engineering processes, and ensuring quality and reliability in the systems developed.

Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Design and release of electrical and electronic components and systems for heavy commercial truck

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

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

Qualification

BSEEEquivalent degreeAutomotive electrical systemsMentor GraphicsRequirements Management tools3D CAD softwareDesign for Six SigmaWillingness to learnTeamworkProblem-solving

Required

BSEE or equivalent engineering degree required

0-1 year design & release of automotive or commercial vehicle electrical systems or industry-related background required

Experience in design and application of automotive wiring harnesses, automotive electronic control modules, switches, driver input devices, and HMI elements

Engineering knowledge of heavy duty commercial truck safety systems, regulations, especially in the areas of: operating, service, and performance environments

Experience creating engineering documentation including preparation of component and harness drawings, diagrams, and routings, responding to Requests for Engineering Information, writing Engineering Change Notices, test coordination, support for production, and customer service

Solid understanding of Design for Six Sigma and Six Sigma techniques

Willing to learn and use new engineering processes and techniques and be resourceful in solving complex technical problems

Experience in product development and new product implementation

Able to work in a team environment

Facility with personal computer software including project management tools, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases

Willingness to grow personally and professionally and results orientation

Preferred

Experience in wiring design using Mentor Graphics. Knowledge of DC power distribution, management, protection, fusing, and routing systems, practices and tools desired

Proficiency using Requirements Management tools, Systems Engineering tools, Pro/E or other 3D CAD software also desired

Benefits

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