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PACCAR Inc. Electrical Design Engineer - Zero Emissions (GR 24) Job in Kirkland, Washington
Kenworth Division of PACCAR has an immediate opening for an Electrical Design Engineerto join our Zero Emissions teamin Kirkland, WA. Company Information 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 diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business. Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services - you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started! Division Information Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World's Best heavy and medium-duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company's dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium-duty diesel-electric hybrids. Kenworth is the first truck manufacturer to receive the Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Air Excellence award in recognition of its environmentally friendly products. Position Summary Kenworth's Zero Emissions department is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team developing the next generation of zero emissions trucks. This individual will develop electrical and electronic solutions for zero emissions vehicles. Duties involve interfacing with Product Planning, Marketing & Sales, and Management to evaluate customer requirements and define vehicle system concepts. Scope of work includes researching proposals for potential new product designs, employing innovation skills to mature ideas for concept development, and complete the design of specific parts and systems in assigned phases of projects while applying standard engineering techniques. The successful candidate must initiate and coordinate design activities to align with goals across multiple PACCAR Divisions. The ideal candidate will deliver validated designs that continue to enhance PACCAR's reputation as an industry leader in the development of efficient and green solutions. Job Responsibilities Manage project deliverables through all stages of development (Definition, Concept, Engineering, and Verification/Validation), and adapt job responsibilities within the team to ensure successful completion. Coordinate with Product Planning, Manufacturing & PACCAR Parts to align major program book of wishes and identify all customer requirements which cascade into design requirements. Provide timely definition of design requirements by completing major program Product Description Books (PDB), and establishing project scope, vehicle requirements, and performance targets. Design electrical wiring, grounding, components, and power distribution systems for zero-emission products. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure designs that maintain industry-leading quality and reliability. Proactively forecast and take steps to mitigate risks. Prepare work estimates for time, resources & budget. Apply electrical engineering knowledge to design and implement commercial truck electrical systems and components. Support assembly, troubleshooting, and validation of pre-production vehicles. Up to 15% travel (domestic and international) Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent degree required. 1-3 years