Senior Mechanical Engineer (VI)

PACCAR India is looking for a skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer - Vehicle Installation to join our dynamic team in Pune, specializing in the design, development, and integration of vehicles, vehicle components, and systems.

 

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at PACCAR, you will leverage your expertise in vehicle layout development, component packaging, installation design, and cross-functional coordination to ensure vehicle components are integrated safely, efficiently, and in compliance with technical requirements.

 

At PACCAR, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization known for engineering excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to employee growth and well-being. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, your contributions make a real difference, and your career can thrive as you help build world-class products that power the future of transportation.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for vehicle installation design and integration activities, including the development of mounting systems, BEV coolant piping, brake system routing, EAS bundles, fuel lines, and steering lines.
• Create and review installation layouts, 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and assembly/installation guidelines.
• Ensure seamless integration of vehicle systems with structural components while meeting packaging, clearance, and serviceability requirements.
• Support prototype builds and vehicle trial fitments to validate design feasibility and identify improvement opportunities.
• Investigate and resolve installation-related issues across design, build, testing, and production support phases.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design reviews, engineering reports, and engineering change requests.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal engineering guidelines.

 

The primary function for this position includes:

• Execute vehicle installation designs with CAD - sheet metal design, advanced modelling, assemblies, and engineering drawings.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in NX and Teamcenter for design, data management, and release processes.
• Interpret design requirements and perform clearance checks while ensuring compliance with drawing standards, GD&T, and Bill of Material (BOM) requirements.
• Apply expertise in vehicle installation and chassis-mounted component design and integration.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams to ensure quality deliverables, productivity, and adherence to project timelines.

 

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Automotive or Production Engineering

 

Knowledge & Skills REQUIRED:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Mechanical engineering.
• Strong proficiency in NX and Teamcenter.
• Strong understanding of Brake system, coolant line, fuel line Steering line and routing with surrounding component
• Strong understanding other vehicle systems – Driveline, suspension, EDM, Brake & Fuel system, Chassis Frame
• Excellent understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack‑up, and engineering drawing practices.
• Experience in tool clearance like Vismockup.
• Ability to collaborate with both local and global engineering teams.

 

Technical / Professional Experience Desired:

•       Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes and assembly techniques.
• Expertise in component validation, test procedures and issue resolution
• Hands-on experience with product design & development lifecycle
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines effectively.
• Strong decision-making and leadership capabilities.

 

Competencies and Behaviours:

• Problem‑solving skills with learning approach
• Strong verbal and written English communication and presentation skills.
• Team player with highly effective interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Work with Integrity, Ownership & Accountability
• Drives initiatives with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to present complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders