Advanced Manufacturing - Technical Project Manager

PACCAR; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts (FSA) / HSA

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

EAP services

Job summary

PACCAR's Advanced Manufacturing team is seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead development and documentation for manufacturing readiness of new products and programs. You will manage programs in a matrixed environment across divisions to meet schedules and budgets.

The role offers career growth within a Fortune 500 company, with opportunities to work on innovative processes and cost-effective designs, plus travel up to 15% annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is required.
• MS/MBA degree preferred.
• 7+ years' experience with increasing responsibility in project development or related functions.
• Experience managing stage-gate projects within matrixed organizations across locations/countries.
• Technical aptitude with strong written and verbal communication.
• PMP or PgMP certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% annually.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management leadership for Advanced Manufacturing in support of new product development and operational projects.
• Coordinate program activities across multiple PACCAR divisions and departments.
• Lead activities to identify factory requirements for new vehicle programs, including budget, logistics, and infrastructure.
• Coordinate manufacturing scope requests and obtain approvals.
• Develop and manage program budgets, action trackers, and schedules.
• Deliver programs on time and on budget, with proper gate progression.
• Communicate to senior management and across the organization; escalate issues as needed.
• Track metrics such as readiness, defects, and documentation.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Presentation

Problem-solving

Travel up to 15%

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

MS/MBA degree

PMP or PgMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project

SharePoint

Teams

Data Visualization Software

Job description

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 diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Division Information

Kenworth Truck Company

Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World's Best heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery-electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality and inclusivity in the workplace.

Short Description

Visa sponsorship or immigration support is not available for this position. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and able to maintain that authorization throughout their employment without requiring employer sponsorship.

Job Summary

The Technical Project Manager will provide leadership and direction for the development and documentation related to manufacturing readiness for new product and operational programs. This role will be responsible for managing program development in a matrixed organization to meet program objectives including schedules, budgets, communication, and issue management. The position is an integral part of the Advanced Manufacturing team that reports through the Assistant General Manager of Operations. The successful candidate will join a team of highly performing professionals who pride themselves in developing innovative processes, setting industry standards for quality, and providing cost-effective designs. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth. Successful team members have advanced to prominent roles in other areas of the organization.

Job Function / Responsibilities

• Provide project management leadership for Advanced Manufacturing in support of new product development and operational projects.
• Coordinate program activities across multiple PACCAR divisions and departments.
• Lead activities to identify PACCAR factory requirements for new vehicle programs. This includes, but is not limited to, budget requirements, brick and mortar changes, validation equipment, training, logistics packaging, product flow, and infrastructure development.
• Coordinate manufacturing scope requests and obtain approval.
• Develop and manage assigned program budgets, action trackers, and schedules.
• Deliver assigned programs on time, on budget, while meeting program objectives. Maintain assigned programs in the appropriate tollgate phase.
• Effectively communicate up, down, and across the organization, including to senior management, escalating issues as needed.
• Track and report critical metrics (readiness, defects, documentation, communication).
• Prepare and deliver program presentations.
• Communicate pertinent information to affected PACCAR factories. Coordinate plant input and feedback

Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is required. MS/MBA degree preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years' experience with increasing responsibility in project development or related functions with demonstrated leadership success required.
• Experience successfully managing stage-gate projects within matrixed organizations spanning multiple locations and countries.
• Technical aptitude and ability to succinctly communicate complicated topics. Strong written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Develop and deliver effective presentations, including those for senior management.
  • Influence without direct authority.
  • Manage multiple tasks, take initiative, be a strong team player and a problem-solver.
  • Perform in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and manage multiple projects
• Preferred experience:
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Project, SharePoint, Teams, and Data Visualization Software.
  • Six Sigma training.
  • Commercial truck product knowledge.
  • Working with or in production environments
• Technical aptitude and ability to succinctly communicate complicated topics.
• PMP or PgMP certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% annually, occasionally on short notice

Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?

• • Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
  • Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields
  • Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as electric and autonomous trucks

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 include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Advanced Manufactruing - Technical Project Manager is $104,100 - $162,900 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

Applicants and employees for this position will not be sponsored for work authorization, including, but not limited to H-1B visas, now or in the future.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer.