Job Description

PACCAR India is seeking an experienced Technical Lead, Engineering to join our dynamic team in Pune. In this role, you will lead the design and development of Cab & Hood systems, including cab structures, interior and exterior trim, hood systems, closures, chassis-mounted components, and associated brackets throughout the product development lifecycle.

As a Technical Lead, you will provide technical direction and engineering solutions for complex design challenges while guiding the development of robust, manufacturable, and cost-effective products. Leveraging your expertise in Creo Parametric, sheet metal and plastic part design, vehicle packaging, GD&T, and manufacturing processes, you will collaborate with global cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and drive successful program execution from concept through production release.

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:

• Provide technical direction and engineering solutions for complex design challenges.
• Lead the conceptualization and design of Cab Interior and Exterior components, ensuring compliance with performance, quality, cost, and manufacturing requirements.
• Work on customer option-based models & drawing with the use of Creo Family Table pro level.
• Develop robust sheet‑metal & plastic part designs with a strong understanding of fabrication and manufacturing processes.
• Create detailed engineering drawings, including GD&T, BOM creation, with adherence to engineering standards.
• Review and guide the creation of CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings to ensure adherence to engineering standards and best practices.
• Perform packaging, tool clearance analysis and apply ergonomics principles, evaluations in designs.
• Work and support on development of large assemblies, including effective use of simplified representations and configuration management techniques.
• Collaborate with local and global cross-functional teams to ensure design alignment, manufacturability, and successful program execution.

Technical Competencies:

• Experience in cost reduction initiatives, value engineering, localization, and implementation of productivity improvements is an added advantage.
• Creo, Sheetmetal, Plastic & Creo Simulation – an added advantage.
• Interdisciplinary Knowledge

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or automotive.

Knowledge & Skills REQUIRED:

• 8–12 years of hands‑on experience in Mechanical engineering.
• Review, approve, and guide the creation of CAD models, manufacturing drawings, GD&T, BOMs, and engineering release documentation.
• Strong proficiency in Creo Parametric & Family Table and Windchill.
• Solid understanding of sheet‑metal, Plastic, Basic Casting design and manufacturing processes.
• Familiar with truck systems and components.
• Ability to manage and design large assemblies efficiently.
• Experience in tool clearance, reliability, and ergonomic assessments.
• Lead design reviews and collaborate with global and cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution.

Competencies and Behaviours:

• Strong technical leadership and decision-making capability.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional and global teams.
• Strong ownership, accountability, and customer focus.
• Mentoring and coaching mindset.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.