Advanced Manufacturing Engineer- Chassis / Powertrain

Peterbilt Motors Company; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to a 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Comprehensive paid time off

Job summary

Peterbilt Motors Company, part of PACCAR Inc, seeks an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer for its Denton, Texas facility. You will provide manufacturing engineering support for chassis and powertrain systems, improving production efficiency, process capability, and cost effectiveness under general supervision.

Responsibilities include DFMA collaboration, process development, and ensuring readiness for prototype through production builds.

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 across product development and launches.
• 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.
• Coordinate activities with suppliers, engineering teams, and production plants to drive readiness and successful production builds.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership of cross-functional teams

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

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.

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

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.
• 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.
• 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.