Manufacturing Engineer; SG

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.

The Manufacturing Engineer at PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi is responsible for the implementation, monitoring, improvement, and support of new and existing processes in their area of focus.

• Develop new and improved manufacturing processes and provide required assembly/machining process definition and documentation.
• Achieve stability in all engine‑related processes by establishing process FMEAs, developing and implementing process control plans, and optimizing individual workstations to maximize output.
• Specify, procure, and approve necessary tools and equipment required to sustain a flexible manufacturing process.
• Develop and maintain new equipment project books, equipment FMEA standards, and engineering operational standards for use across departments.
• Manage facility equipment numbering, documentation, and IT system integration.
• Conduct time and work sequence studies and implement required process modifications to manufacturing operations to improve quality and meet higher market demands.
• Support simultaneous engineering in support of new engine development projects and plan, define and implement related process changes within the given time frame of each project.
• Provide direction within working groups to set priorities, project plans, and due dates; monitor activities within the team and coordinate implementations and final reporting to area management.
• Maintain plant’s torque control tool spare parts management, tooling repair and replacement, and DC tool program back‑ups.
• Develop procedures and plant arrangements to ensure proper material handling and storage.
• Maintain control documents per ISO requirements.
• Participate in commissioning and new product launch activities.
• Facilitate effective communication to plant management on project status.

• Proven problem‑solving skills with excellent technical, verbal, written, and presentation skills. Prefer experience working in a self‑directed and team‑based environment.
• Required:
  
  B.S. Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or similar).
• Required:
  
  1–2 years automotive manufacturing experience.
• Desired:
  Practical application of Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma tools.
• Desired: M.S. Degree in Engineering or MBA.
• Desired:
  Black Belt certified.

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options for you and your family.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
• 401(k) with a dollar‑for‑dollar company match up to 5%.
• A fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• 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.
• Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time.

• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.

Visit the PACCAR Career Site for more information.

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.