PACCAR · 1 month ago
Associate Electrical Design Engineer
Kirkland, WA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$68K/yr - $102K/yr
0+ years expPACCAR is a Fortune 500 company recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle industry. The Associate Electrical Design Engineer will design and release electrical and electronic components for heavy commercial trucks, ensuring quality and reliability while managing engineering processes and supporting product launches.
AutomotiveManufacturingProduct DesignTransportation
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
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
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
Engineering knowledge of heavy duty commercial truck safety systems, regulations, especially in the areas of: operating, service, and performance environments
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
Company
PACCAR
Global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality premium trucks.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Chief Technology Officer
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President and CFO
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