MCK - Manufacturing Engineer

Company Information

PACCAR is a Global 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 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 Summary

Dynacraft is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and facility layouts. This role is responsible for evaluating product designs for manufacturability, supporting new product introductions, developing production processes, and driving operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

The Manufacturing Engineer collaborates closely with customers, suppliers, production teams, quality, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure manufacturing processes are safe, efficient, cost-effective, and capable of meeting customer and business requirements. This position requires strong technical knowledge, project management capability, analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple engineering projects simultaneously.

Job Responsibilities

• Review engineering designs for manufacturability and recommend design improvements.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Support new product launches, including production planning, material staging, and packaging requirements.
• Develop labor standards and manufacturing methods.Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and processes to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Design, procure, and implement production tooling, fixtures, and equipment.Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and supplier bid evaluations.
• Develop and optimize work cell layouts and production flow.
• Recommend and implement safety and ergonomic improvements.
• Create and maintain 3D models, engineering drawings, Bills of Material (BOMs), testing plans, and cost estimates using Creo Parametric or similar CAD software.
• Collaborate with customers and suppliers on product development and manufacturing requirements.
• Support product validation, testing, and engineering changes.
• Lead and participate in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives.Identify and implement productivity, quality, cost, and waste reduction improvements.
• Support ISO 9001, APQP, and other quality system requirements.Manage multiple engineering projects while meeting quality, budget, and schedule objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide technical support to production, quality, purchasing, and operations teams.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Manufacturing process development and optimization
• Tooling, fixture, and work cell design
• CAD modeling and engineering documentation (Creo Parametric preferred)
• Engineering drawing interpretation and BOM management
• Cost estimating and project planning
• Manufacturing equipment troubleshooting
• Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Six Sigma principles
• Project management and prioritization
• Analytical problem-solving and decision-making
• Technical communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Customer and supplier interaction
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Attention to detail and accountability
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems

Preferred Knowledge

• PLC-controlled manufacturing systems
• ISO 9001 quality standards
• APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
• Manufacturing operations in an industrial environment

Education

• Associate’s degree in Engineering required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Manufacturing preferred)
• Six Sigma and/or Project Management training (preferred)

PACCAR 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 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 the full range of benefit options listed above.

This is a safety-sensitive position, and the pre-employment drug testing includes cannabis testing.

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