Manufacturing Engineer

Requisition Summary

Dynacraft is currently hiring a Manufacturing Engineer (ME) for Day Shift. The ME reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager at the Louisville, KY facility.

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!

Division Information

Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, is headquartered in McKinney, TX. Dynacraft is a diversified global manufacturer of PACCAR medium- and heavy-duty truck parts sold under Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates. For more than forty years, Dynacraft has provided the company’s truck divisions and PACCAR Parts service parts division with high quality components, subassemblies, and specialized services. Dynacraft has production facilities in Louisville, KY and McKinney, TX.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Review proposed engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommend revisions as necessary
• Assist with manufacturing process development for new products with direct customer and supplier contact
• Plan for and support production implementation of new product introductions including material staging at cell and packaging requirements for shipping
• Develop labor standards for new projects
• Design and procure production tooling and fixtures, including preparation of drawings and specs and bid generation and evaluation
• Develop new work cell layouts and assist in rearrangements to add new product lines
• Recommend safety and ergonomic improvements
• Model designs for both customer and Dynacraft proprietary products on Pro-E, develop drawings, BOM’s, testing plans and cost estimates
• Assist in continuous improvement through kaizen and lean projects

Qualifications

• Experience with Pro-E or equivalent solid modeling system
• Product knowledge is desirable
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
• Strong PC and CAD skills
• Understanding of Six-Sigma process improvement methods
• Prior background in manufacturing environment preferred
• Familiarity with use and applications for PLC control systems
• ISO 9001, APQP experience preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required (Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred)
• 2-5 years of experience in Engineering preferred
• Six Sigma & Project Management training strongly desired

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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.

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Nearest Major Market: Louisville

Job Segment: Manufacturing Engineer, Facilities, Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, Business Process, Engineering, Operations, Management

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