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Paccar Winch Inc. Aerodynamic Engineer in Denton, Texas
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Date: Dec 18, 2024
Location: Denton, TX, US, 76205-7864
Company: PACCAR
Company Information
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.
Peterbilt Motors Company
On 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.
This position is based at Peterbilt’s Division office in Denton, Texas, where we have been headquartered since 1980. In Denton, we have manufactured, supported, and distributed over 1 million trucks. Our employees take great pride in our products. We are recognized as a premier employer and valued partner in the local community.
Requisition Summary
Seeking an energetic, independent Aerodynamic Engineer. with interest in functioning as a Computational Fluid Dynamic Subject Matter Expert responsible for researching, developing, and evaluating Aerodynamic and other CFD related improvements on industry‑leading Peterbilt trucks.
The Aerodynamic Engineer will be responsible for a wide range of CFD related activities including but not limited to external aerodynamics, internal fluid dynamics, heat transfer, particle tracking, and aeroacoustics. Scope of work will include promoting new concepts to technical peers and higher levels of management, and leading collaboration between multiple engineering teams to implement new and/or revised features. Work may also include physical prototyping and contributing to activities to evaluate concepts on full size vehicles.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
Actively participate as technical CFD expert and advocate to protect performance throughout the product design process
Identify opportunities, generate, develop, and validate innovative solutions for increased performance and present ideas for further development
Participate in design related discussions/meetings to provide guidance
Work with engineering, styling, surfacing, and management to implement optimal solutions
Coordinate, prepare, execute, and report out results of CFD analysis to cross-functional teams and management
Manage utilization of simulation and consulting services
Maintain database of CFD analysis results
Develop and maintain CFD analysis process documents
Participate in physical testing
Skills
Aerodynamic and/or fluid dynamic testing experience
Knowledge of and/or experience in heavy truck components and systems
Experience utilizing Dassault PowerFlow, PowerDelta, PowerCase, PowerInsight, Siemens Star CCM, Altair UltraFluidX, or similar
Proficient and/or experienced in conducting CFD analysis and generating graphs/charts
Strong background and understanding of fluid dynamics
Strong background in Applied CFD methods
Experience utilizing PTC Creo
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience managing multiple projects
Experience presenting to Sr. Management and leading others through non-direct reporting roles
Excellent written and verbal communication
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
5+ years’ experience conducting CFD analysis & aerodynamic design/development
5+ years’ experience using CAD
Preferred:
PE or Master’s degree preferred
General Description of all Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
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 including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR 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 & Development (B.O.L.D), and ADVOCATE (an LGBTQ+ support group).
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