{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"eb5f70a67b8eb06ee4b187b3","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/eb5f70a67b8eb06ee4b187b3","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/eb5f70a67b8eb06ee4b187b3","title":"Mechanical Engineer - Low Cab Forward Development","description":"Company Information\nPACCAR 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.\n\nPeterbilt Motors Company\nOn 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.\n\nRequisition Summary\nThe Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for engineering investigation, research, design, development and analysis of a variety of vehicle attributes depending on experience. Such as Cab Structures, Chassis, Steering, Vehicle suspension, Engine Integration, HVAC, Dash, Digital Displays, and interior/electrical components at Peterbilt in Denton, Texas.\n\nDuties involve working on a new development program, employing innovative skills to evolve ideas from concepts to implementation.\n\nAdditional duties include providing engineering assistance, assembly / system design, root cause analysis, problem definition and resolution, training and other engineering duties supporting various aspects of expedited programs.\n\nAdditional tasks include completion of design for six sigma documentation in assigned phases of project, tracking costs and applying standard engineering techniques with minimal supervision, occasionally requiring independent evaluation.\n\nHiring level for this position will be dependent upon education and experience.\n\nJob Responsibilities\n\nIdentify and initiate designs of a complex nature and conduct necessary research incidental to design.\n\nSupport definition of vehicle program.\n\nComplete design projects through the processes of planning, concept development, calculation and design analysis, packaging studies, design, testing, implementation, and evaluation.\n\nUse knowledge and skills in Windchill and Creo to create CAD models and drawings.\n\nApply knowledge of stress analysis and FEA.\n\nApply knowledge of various materials and manufacturing processes for components used in vehicle chassis.\n\nApply knowledge of GD&T principles.\n\nDevelop and support FMEA, DVP&R, and other aspects of DFSS.\n\nSupport sourcing process and manage supplier activities related to design and manufacture of components.\n\nCoordinate and complete projects and design efforts with other engineering groups, departments, and divisions within the company, such as PACCAR Technical Center, DAF, Kenworth, and the PACCAR Engine Company.\n\nPrepare engineering activity status reports and other detailed reporting as directed.\n\nIdentify, prioritize, and coordinate resolution of production, production control, and quality assurance issues as appropriate using a proactive approach.\n\nApply a proactive approach to defining issues and reaching early resolution and consensus.\n\nAct in a professional manner in all contacts with external and internal customers.\n\nUp to 10% of travel may be required.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.\n\n5+ years of relevant work experience.\n\nRecent graduates are encouraged to apply\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nKnowledge of cab-over vehicle layout and design is preferred but not required.\n\nKnowledge of and/or experience in heavy truck assembly, components, and systems is preferred.\n\nPrevious design experience of parts and assemblies is preferred.\n\nKnowledge of component analysis and validation techniques will be given preference.\n\nProficiency with computer applications for project management, word processing, and spreadsheets.\n\nExcellent communication (verbal/written) and presentation skills desirable with strong, effective interpersonal abilities.\n\nAbility to learn quickly, easily adapt to change, and a desire to solve complex technical problems.\n\nGeneral Description of all Benefits\nAs a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:\n\n401k with up to a 5% company match\n\nFully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement\n\nComprehensive 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\n\nTuition reimbursement for continued education\n\nMedical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family\n\nFlexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)\n\nPaid short- and long-term disability programs\n\nLife and accidental death and dismemberment insurance\n\nEAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more\n\nThis position is also eligible for a holiday gift.\n\nAdditional Job Information\nPACCAR 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 and Development (B.O.L.D) and ADVOCATE (An LGBTQ support group).\n\n#LI-Onsite\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Paccar","rawCompany":"paccar","city":"Denton","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-19T03:14:27.737Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-3027.00","title":"Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"mechanical-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"336120","title":"Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing","slug":"heavy-duty-truck-manufacturing"},{"code":"336211","title":"Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing","slug":"motor-vehicle-body-manufacturing"},{"code":"333120","title":"Construction Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"construction-machinery-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Mechanical Engineer - Low Cab Forward Development","description":"Company Information\nPACCAR 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.\n\nPeterbilt Motors Company\nOn 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.\n\nRequisition Summary\nThe Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for engineering investigation, research, design, development and analysis of a variety of vehicle attributes depending on experience. Such as Cab Structures, Chassis, Steering, Vehicle suspension, Engine Integration, HVAC, Dash, Digital Displays, and interior/electrical components at Peterbilt in Denton, Texas.\n\nDuties involve working on a new development program, employing innovative skills to evolve ideas from concepts to implementation.\n\nAdditional duties include providing engineering assistance, assembly / system design, root cause analysis, problem definition and resolution, training and other engineering duties supporting various aspects of expedited programs.\n\nAdditional tasks include completion of design for six sigma documentation in assigned phases of project, tracking costs and applying standard engineering techniques with minimal supervision, occasionally requiring independent evaluation.\n\nHiring level for this position will be dependent upon education and experience.\n\nJob Responsibilities\n\nIdentify and initiate designs of a complex nature and conduct necessary research incidental to design.\n\nSupport definition of vehicle program.\n\nComplete design projects through the processes of planning, concept development, calculation and design analysis, packaging studies, design, testing, implementation, and evaluation.\n\nUse knowledge and skills in Windchill and Creo to create CAD models and drawings.\n\nApply knowledge of stress analysis and FEA.\n\nApply knowledge of various materials and manufacturing processes for components used in vehicle chassis.\n\nApply knowledge of GD&T principles.\n\nDevelop and support FMEA, DVP&R, and other aspects of DFSS.\n\nSupport sourcing process and manage supplier activities related to design and manufacture of components.\n\nCoordinate and complete projects and design efforts with other engineering groups, departments, and divisions within the company, such as PACCAR Technical Center, DAF, Kenworth, and the PACCAR Engine Company.\n\nPrepare engineering activity status reports and other detailed reporting as directed.\n\nIdentify, prioritize, and coordinate resolution of production, production control, and quality assurance issues as appropriate using a proactive approach.\n\nApply a proactive approach to defining issues and reaching early resolution and consensus.\n\nAct in a professional manner in all contacts with external and internal customers.\n\nUp to 10% of travel may be required.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.\n\n5+ years of relevant work experience.\n\nRecent graduates are encouraged to apply\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nKnowledge of cab-over vehicle layout and design is preferred but not required.\n\nKnowledge of and/or experience in heavy truck assembly, components, and systems is preferred.\n\nPrevious design experience of parts and assemblies is preferred.\n\nKnowledge of component analysis and validation techniques will be given preference.\n\nProficiency with computer applications for project management, word processing, and spreadsheets.\n\nExcellent communication (verbal/written) and presentation skills desirable with strong, effective interpersonal abilities.\n\nAbility to learn quickly, easily adapt to change, and a desire to solve complex technical problems.\n\nGeneral Description of all Benefits\nAs a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:\n\n401k with up to a 5% company match\n\nFully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement\n\nComprehensive 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\n\nTuition reimbursement for continued education\n\nMedical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family\n\nFlexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)\n\nPaid short- and long-term disability programs\n\nLife and accidental death and dismemberment insurance\n\nEAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more\n\nThis position is also eligible for a holiday gift.\n\nAdditional Job Information\nPACCAR 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 and Development (B.O.L.D) and ADVOCATE (An LGBTQ support group).\n\n#LI-Onsite\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-07-19T03:14:27.737Z","dateModified":"2026-07-19T03:14:27.737Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Paccar","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Denton","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"eb5f70a67b8eb06ee4b187b3"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/eb5f70a67b8eb06ee4b187b3"}}