Reliability Engineer

Reliability EngineerDate: Nov 5, 2026Location: Denton, TX, US, 76207-2198Company: PACCARPACCAR 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 also designs and manufactures advanced power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes 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 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 SummaryPeterbilt Motors Company is seeking a Reliability Engineer to drive product reliability throughout the product development lifecycle. This role leverages reliability engineering methodologies, statistical analysis, and field performance data to identify risks, guide design decisions, provide recommendations to engineering, and improve product performance. This role offers access to global opportunities in a challenging, high-performance environment with the opportunity to grow your expertise and be recognized among your peers. Our success is driven by individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and bring a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. We value team members who are curious, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement, who take ownership, communicate effectively across disciplines, and are motivated by the challenge of delivering industry-leading performance and reliability.Job Functions / ResponsibilitiesMentor engineers in reliability engineering principles, including reliability growth, reliability modeling and reliability predictionSupport engineering teams in the application of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) tools and reliability methodologiesCollaborate with system owners and engineering teams to establish reliability and durability targets for new and updated productsFacilitate the development and execution of FMEAs, DVP&Rs, and Control Plans across vehicle, subsystem, and component contextsAnalyze field failures against FMEAs and DVP&Rs to identify risks and improvement opportunitiesParticipate in and represent Reliability in FRACAS Failure Review BoardsEvaluate reliability performance of new products and programs using field, validation, and test dataConduct Weibull and statistical reliability analysis and provide actionable recommendations to improve product robustness and field performancePresent reliability assessments, risks, and improvement plans to technical and management stakeholdersSupport the administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Reliability Engineering tools and applicationsDevelop and deliver reliability training materials and instructional sessionsIdentify and implement continuous improvement activities for Reliability Engineering processesQualifications Required:Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related technical field required4+ years of engineering experience in product development, reliability, test/validation, quality, or related disciplines requiredUnderstanding of physics of failure and system-level interactions across mechanical, electrical, and software domainsExperience identifying failure modes, conducting root cause analysis, participating in FRACAS processes, and implementing corrective actionsExperience developing or facilitating FMEAs, DVP&Rs and/or Control PlansAbility to work across mechanical, electrical, software, and systems teams to improve reliability and technical rigorFamiliarity with Design for Six Sigma, Lean, or similar continuous improvement methodologiesExperience with statistical analysis software, such as MinitabAbility and desire to learn new tools, processes, and techniques and resourcefully solve technical issuesStrong analytical ability with a pragmatic attitudeEffective communication, presentation, technical writing, and project management skillsDemonstrated ability to take initiative, effectively manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing timelines, project requirements, and business needs while maintaining focus on results.Demonstrated ability to work independently while building collaborative relationships across teams, sharing knowledge and resources, and driving successful outcomes toward common goalsPreferred:DFSS, Lean Belt, Green Belt, or Black Belt training and certificationExperience with or knowledge of Weibull analysis, life data analysis, reliability growth methodologies, and reliability prediction techniquesExperience applying statistical methods for reliability analysis using Minitab, SuperSMITH, or similar analytical toolsCommercial vehicle or automotive experienceGeneral Description of BenefitsAs 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 morePACCAR is an E-Verify & 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 and Development (B.O.L.D), and Peterbilt+ Advocate support group.Job Segment: Six Sigma Black Belt, Testing, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma, Statistics, Management, Technology, Data