Company Information

PACCAR 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.

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.

Requisition Summary

Job Responsibilities

Core Functions

• Lead manufacturing engineering support for chassis and powertrain systems, ensuring manufacturability, assembly efficiency, quality, safety, and cost effectiveness throughout product development and launch.

• Partner with Design Engineering to provide DFMA input, participate in design reviews, and support DFMEA/PFMEA activities.

• Develop, validate, and implement manufacturing processes for chassis and powertrain systems.

• Drive manufacturing readiness and successful product launches by coordinating activities with suppliers, engineering teams, and production plants, including prototype, pilot, and production builds.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, ergonomics, automation, error-proofing (Poka-Yoke), and root cause corrective action (RCCA).

Job Responsibilities Cont.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 7+ years of engineering experience
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrates ability to lead cross-functional projects and drive results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering are preferred.
• Manufacturing/industrial engineering or design for manufacturability experience. 
• Experience with the following is considered preferred:
  • Strong PACCAR manufacturing experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of PACCAR products and the PCP Tollgate process.
  • Heavy truck, automotive, or heavy equipment manufacturing experience.
  • Six Sigma certification (Lean Belt, Green Belt, DFSS, etc.).
  • Project Management.
  • Design for Assembly (DFA) Methodologies.
  • Creo Parametric CAD and PTC Windchill.
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote, VBA).
  • Manufacturing automation and robotic systems.
  • Torque management and fastening systems.
  • Process validation and production readiness assessments.
  • Error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) techniques.
  • Data analytics and manufacturing performance reporting.
  • AI and machine-learning-enabled manufacturing solutions.
  • Public speaking and presentation skills.

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

• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.

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 and Development (B.O.L.D), and LGBTQ+ Advocate support group.

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