Liaison Engineer - Evening Shift

Peterbilt Motors Company; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to a 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Comprehensive paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid short-and long-term disability

Life and accidental death insurance

Job summary

Peterbilt Motors Company is looking for a Liaison Engineer to provide production support and engineering assistance in Denton, Texas. You will work on designing truck systems and resolving engineering issues while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and at least 3 years of relevant experience. This role requires a commitment to a Monday – Friday evening shift, eligible for an 8% shift differential.

We offer comprehensive benefits including 401k matching, paid time off, and medical plans.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in engineering roles.
• Ability to work evening shifts (4:30 PM – 1:00 AM).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement truck systems and components.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to meet project objectives.
• Manage design and manufacturing process changes.
• Conduct technical research for design development.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering expertise

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Requisition Summary

Liaison Engineer responsible for production support. Duties involve engineering assistance, problem resolution, training, and other engineering duties to support various aspects of heavy truck production. May design parts utilizing a CAD system applying standard engineering techniques while working independently or as part of a team.

Schedule

Be able to commit to a Monday – Friday 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM shift. Evening Shift employees are eligible for an additional 8% shift differential salary increase.

Job Responsibilities

• Applies engineering expertise in mechanical and/or electrical systems to design, develop, and implement truck systems and components.
• Collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams and internal departments to successfully execute project objectives.
• Evaluates, approves, performs, and delegates design modifications to ensure product performance, quality, and compliance requirements are met. Identifies opportunities for innovation and leads the development of complex engineering designs and solutions.
• Directs and conducts technical research to support design development, problem resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manages design and manufacturing process changes through all phases of the product development lifecycle, including planning, analysis, design, testing, validation, and implementation.
• Executes project work that supports key operational objectives related to product quality improvement (PQI) and direct process utilization (DPU).
• Effectively manages multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating initiative and self-motivation.
• Utilizes strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address technical challenges and drive effective solutions.
• Communicates effectively with stakeholders at all levels through clear written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Builds collaborative relationships across teams through strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to teamwork.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent.
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Be able to commit to a Monday – Friday 4:30 PM – 1:00 AM shift.

Benefits

• 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.
• The shift premium for evening shift is 8%.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PACCAR is an 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 ADVOCATE (An LGBTQ support group).