Step into a pivotal role at PACCAR where you drive the future of sustainable, high-performance truck engines for DAF, Peterbilt, and Kenworth. As a Mechanical Expert in Base Engine Development, you transform high-level goals into robust mechanical realities.

Within the Global Powertrain Engine Engineering department, you take ownership of structural engine components and complex internal systems. You balance innovation, reliability, and cost-efficiency while leading cross-functional teams and managing supplier partnerships.

Your key responsibilities:

Lead Simultaneous Engineering (SE) teams to drive component design from concept to production.
Translate project targets into technical product specifications in close collaboration with suppliers.
Execute Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) deliverables and resolve complex issues using DMAIC principles.
Direct validation plans and monitor progress to ensure key project milestones are met.
Evaluate technical data, compile actionable insights, and present recommendations to management.

Functie-eisen

You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering.
You have a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in mechanical or hardware development.
You possess functional fluency in English (written and spoken).
You have experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC or DFSS.

Competenties

Strategic Stakeholder Management: Seamlessly align internal engineering teams, cross-departmental leads, and external suppliers around shared targets.
Project Leadership & Prioritization: Confidently navigate concurrent projects, maintaining clarity and focus under changing priorities.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Drive: Systematic mindset that thrives on breaking down complex mechanical issues and delivering structured solutions.
Clear Technical Communication: Ability to translate dense technical findings into concise, convincing presentations for executive management.

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