Quality Assurance Officer

PACCAR; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401k with up to

Fully funded pension plan

Comprehensive paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

EAP services

Growth opportunities

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a Quality Assurance Officer - Design for Six Sigma with a strong electrical background to support quality in the Zero Emission Powertrain Department in North America.

The role requires 5–10 years in design engineering, Six Sigma/DFSS expertise, and the ability to lead projects with ambiguity while traveling up to 20% internationally.

Qualifications

• Six Sigma/DFSS trained.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field.
• Electrical background strongly preferred.
• Experience auditing procedures, processes, and tools.
• Willing to collaborate on a global scale across continents and time zones.
• Ability to lead projects of significant ambiguity and generate useful analytical results.

Responsibilities

• Implementation of Quality Procedures within N.A. Engineering teams by providing training, direct support, and oversight: assists project managers and engineers in navigating work within the product creation process (e.g. supporting process and deliverables, reviews, DFMEA sessions, planning updates)
• Perform Quality-Assessments on specific Deliverables per Product Creation Process (PCP) Tollgate requirements
• Six Sigma expertise: executing and supporting Six Sigma projects and DFSS Tools, Project coordination/tracking, and Reporting
• Champion a culture of Continuous improvement within the organization. This involves identifying opportunities for process and quality improvement including but not limited to Product Development, Purchasing, Operations, and Supplier Quality Assurance
• Serve as a technical sparring partner and coach with the project team. This means providing guidance and support, resolving communication issues, removing road blocks, and supporting communication between departments.
• Issue resolution: follow-up on issues using Six Sigma tools for root cause analyses and product improvements (FRACAS, EPN, Tracks)
• Report progress of PCP-projects: communicating status, changes, risks/gaps, and identify opportunities for improvement
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Skills

Electrical background

Quality methods

Six Sigma / DFSS

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Auditing procedures

Automotive knowledge

Global collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

DFSS Tools

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 designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business. Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Requisition Summary

PACCAR’s Global Powertrain Department develops engines, drivelines, and axles. They are operating in Europe and North America. The Zero Emissions Powertrain department is part of GPT and developing new electrified components to support truck applications in the global product offerings under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF brands. We are focused on new technologies such as battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell electric, and advanced vehicle concepts in the heavy and medium-duty transportation industries. Our mission is to create the world’s best zero-emissions products for our customers, and our communities. Our teams are comprised of bright minds and friendly personalities, and we thrive on engaging collaboration that delivers top-performing powertrains and trucks.

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Officer - Design for Six Sigma with a strong electrical background to support quality in projects and processes within the Zero Emission Powertrain Department.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Implementation of Quality Procedures within N.A. Engineering teams by providing training, direct support, and oversight: assists project managers and engineers in navigating work within the product creation process (e.g. supporting process and deliverables, reviews, DFMEA sessions, planning updates)


• Perform Quality-Assessments on specific Deliverables per Product Creation Process (PCP) Tollgate requirements


• Six Sigma expertise: executing and supporting Six Sigma projects and DFSS Tools, Project coordination/tracking, and Reporting


• Champion a culture of Continuous improvement within the organization. This involves identifying opportunities for process and quality improvement including but not limited to Product Development, Purchasing, Operations, and Supplier Quality Assurance


• Serve as a technical sparring partner and coach with the project team. This means providing guidance and support, resolving communication issues, removing road blocks, and supporting communication between departments.


• Issue resolution: follow-up on issues using Six Sigma tools for root cause analyses and product improvements (FRACAS, EPN, Tracks)


• Report progress of PCP-projects: communicating status, changes, risks/gaps, and identify opportunities for improvement


• Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Skills / Competencies

• 5 to 10 years experience in design engineering required (electrical background strongly preferred)


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to deliver technical presentations and written reports to diverse audiences


• Ability to identify and communicate product and process risks


• Demonstrated ability to work with a team to achieve quality objectives in a timely fashion


• Experience in auditing procedures, processes, and tools


• Experienced in quality methods and tools like DFSS / 6 Sigma, brainstorming sessions, problem-solving techniques, FMEA, DVP


• Demonstrated automotive or related product knowledge


• Willing to collaborate on a global scale across multiple continents and time zones


• Passionate about people, quality, and continuous improvement


• Travel up to 20% internationally

Qualifications

• Six Sigma/DFSS trained


• Working knowledge of zero emission, engine, after-treatment strategies


• Ability to lead projects of significant ambiguity and generate useful analytical results


• Effectively manage personal workload and flexibility to respond to changing priorities

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field required

Paccar Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Competitive salary and 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, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave


• 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 program


• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance


• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more


• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities


• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR promotes equal employment opportunities by implementing policies and practices that ensure employees and applicants are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status or other legally protected status. This applies to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, termination, rates of pay, and other conditions of employment.