Project Engineer Programs SG

Date: Oct 22, 2026

Location: Columbus, MS, US, 39701

Company: PACCAR

Job Title:
Project Engineer for New Programs SG 25

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.

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi produces the best-in-class, state-of-the-art MX engines that power Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks.

PACCAR MX engines bring a new level of innovation through quality, exceptional reliability, and proven performance. In more than 50 years, PACCAR has delivered over one million engines globally, providing innovative solutions and an unwavering commitment to superior performance. Join our best-in-class team today through the following opportunity:

• Lead and participate in multiple simultaneous engineering efforts for new product development projects
• Review new product design concepts, 3D models, and drawings for manufacturability
• Create and maintain project schedules for new product introduction to PEC
• Assist process engineers with documenting manufacturing processes for new product: SOPs, PFMEAs, control plans, layout studies, cycle time analyses, financial analyses
• Specify new tools, equipment, packaging, and other resources prior to new product launch
• Implement process changes on time and within the budget for new product launch
• Implement equipment and automation changes by managing order specification, engineering design, and acceptance testing from 3rd party vendors.

• B.S. Degree in Engineering (Prefer Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing)
• Experience with Visual Management/Project Management Tools
• Experience in complex machining, assembly, and project engineering assignments
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a self-directed environment
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead and influence others
• Ability to work within deadlines to achieve goals
• 3-5 years experience in powertrain manufacturing, automotive manufacturing, or new product launch
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience in a simultaneous engineering-style project environment

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

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.
• This position offers relocation assistance benefits.

PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from the time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

Columbus Mississippi

Project Engineer, Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Project Manager, Engineering, Management, Technology