Senior Advanced Manufacturing Project Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Advanced Manufacturing Project Engineer will join Kenworth’s Advanced Manufacturing group, a team focused on developing innovative processes, setting quality standards, and designing cost-effective manufacturing solutions. The role defines projects from initial concepts through scope development, creates manufacturing strategies, and improves assembly processes. The position coordinates manufacturing requirements with Design Engineering and Operations, supports projects across PACCAR plants, and may shift focus across product and process areas depending on projects in development. Travel of up to 15% domestically and internationally is required.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing or engineering experience, including 8 years within PACCAR.
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Ability and willingness to establish cross-functional, cross-divisional teams for assigned projects and achieve common goals.
- Ability to handle multiple assignments and changing priorities.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Excellent organizational, PC, and project management skills.
- Up to 15% domestic and international travel.
Nice To Haves
- Training in DFSS and/or Advanced Quality Systems.
- Knowledge of truck-based manufacturing processes and related tooling.
- EIT certification, Professional Engineer (PE) license, or an advanced degree.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate Operations Management strategic input to new products to ensure Advanced Manufacturing Engineering requirements are aligned with Design Engineering.
- Develop Technological Readiness Levels for manufacturing technologies.
- Develop and document project-specific manufacturing requirements.
- Coordinate vehicle system requirements and interfaces to support efficient production.
- Develop macro-level manufacturing strategies for manufacturing plant and supplier selection.
- Review plant KPIs to identify areas for technology development and improvement.
- Develop and implement standard work documentation to enhance clarity and repeatability across Advanced Manufacturing Engineering processes.
- Facilitate execution of manufacturing project plans across PACCAR plants.
- Support Manufacturing Expertise Group initiatives with other PACCAR plants.
- Provide background for transitioning projects to other Advanced Manufacturing Engineers as projects move past Tollgate 1.
Benefits
- 401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
- Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
- Paid time off, including a minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick time; additional vacation days are provided with additional seniority or years of service.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
- 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.
- Growth and development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
