Advanced Manufacturing Engineer- Chassis / Powertrain

Peterbilt Motors Company

Denton (TX)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Job summary

Peterbilt Motors Company in Denton, TX, is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to provide engineering support for chassis and powertrain systems during development and launches. You will drive manufacturability, process improvements, and cost reductions while coordinating with suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering (ABET) and 7+ years of experience, with a focus on DFMA, DFMEA, and manufacturing readiness.

Qualifications

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.

Responsibilities

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 RCCA.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional

Communication

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Creo Parametric

PTC Windchill

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Information

Peterbilt Motors Company

Requisition Summary

Peterbilt Motors Company is looking for an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to work in Denton, Texas.

Provide Manufacturing Engineering support for chassis and powertrain systems including engine installation, transmission, driveline, exhaust, fuel systems, cooling systems, frame-mounted components, and related manufacturing processes. Studies facilities and production processes, making recommendations to improve production efficiency, enhance process capability, improve product/process quality, and reduce manufacturing costs under general supervision.

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.

Supporting Responsibilities

Manufacturing Systems Implementation
Develop and deploy tooling, equipment, material handling, and supplier-supported manufacturing solutions.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Partner and collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and suppliers to ensure effective execution and communication throughout product development and launch.
Manufacturing Technology and Traceability
Support adoption of manufacturing technologies that improve process control, quality, traceability, and operational performance.

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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