Engineering director Jobs in Denton, TX

Company Information

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 power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Peterbilt Motors Company
On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability, and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability, and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

Requisition Summary

Peterbilt Engineering is seeking a detailed Engineer to manage and monitor the execution of the Product Creation Process (PCP) and Tollgates.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Engineering teams to evaluate and improve quality and/or efficiency of product development processes.
• Monitor Tollgate Progress of all Tollgates in the Engineering Department
• Work with Engineering Management to manage the department project portfolio through Tollgate
• Develop and report metrics to drive improvements in the PCP and drive execution of improvements
• Interface with Engineers, Program Management and Engineering Management to ensure Tollgates are in proper phase based on project status
• Review Tollgates prior to routing for approval to ensure completeness of Tollgate documentation and consistency of documentation across the department. This includes completion of Six Sigma tools in proper phase and monitoring verbiage to ensure appropriateness of project documentation.
• Conduct Tollgate Training in department as needed to improve accuracy, consistency and efficiency of Tollgate documentation throughout the department.
• Coordinate Tollgate alignment activities with other PACCAR divisions.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Up to 10% travel can be expected.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant expereince
• Experience with Tollgate project management required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and related computer software required.
• Ability to learn on the fly and adapt to change.
• Demonstrated team player with high level of initiative, follow through and flexibility.
• Must be detail oriented and capable of multi-tasking workload.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodology and tools
• Requires independent judgment and effective task management.
• Strong communication skills.

General Description of all Benefits

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

• 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.

Additional Job Board Information

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 & Development (B.O.L.D), and ADVOCATE (an LGBTQ+ support group).