About The Position

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi manufactures MX engines for Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. The Project Engineer for New Programs leads and participates in concurrent engineering efforts for new product development and introduction. The role reviews product concepts and designs for manufacturability, coordinates schedules and manufacturing process documentation, and manages the resources, process changes, and equipment needed for product launches. The position also manages vendor work for equipment and automation changes, from specification and engineering design through acceptance testing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering; Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering is preferred.
  • 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.
  • Ability to work in a self-directed environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and influence others successfully.
  • Ability to work within deadlines to achieve goals.

Nice To Haves

  • 3–5 years of 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.

Responsibilities

  • 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 PACCAR Engine Company.
  • Assist process engineers with documenting manufacturing processes for new products, including SOPs, PFMEAs, control plans, layout studies, cycle time analyses, and financial analyses.
  • Specify new tools, equipment, packaging, and other resources before 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 third-party vendors.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plan options for employees and their families.
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
  • 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%.
  • Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Paid short- and long-term disability programs.
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
  • Paid time off, including a minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick time; additional vacation days are provided with seniority/years of service.
  • Holiday gift.
  • Relocation assistance.
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