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Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Cab/Sleeper Interiors
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.

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 re‑igned 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.

Peterbilt Motors Company is looking for an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to work in Denton, Texas. Provide Manufacturing Engineering support to cab structures and interiors, exterior and interior trim items as well as outerbody components. Studies facilities and production processes, making recommendations to improve production efficiency, enhance process capability, improve product / process quality, and reduce manufacturing costs under general supervision.

Provide manufacturing support and input to design engineering.

Review proposed engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommend revisions as necessary to ensure Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA).

Review drawings for manufacturing using the PTC Windchill environment.

Design, Plan and Coordinate new product shipping racks and solutions.

Provide build support during pilot build activities at suppliers and truck factories.

Inform and coordinate new designs, processes and tools with plant.

Coordinate plant input and feedback.

Provide manufacturing input to design engineers using Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA) and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) tools.

Support engineering in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).

Lead Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA).

Participate and lead manufacturing technical, concept, and design reviews.

Advocate for and drive the adoption of technology‑based systems to enhance quality initiatives related to option complexity and part traceability.

Support the supplier selection process by compiling part logistics cost analysis.

Compile labor studies and support production with line balancing activities.

Support supplier tooling interfaces up to and including PPAP and production launch.

Work with various groups to investigate, propose, and implement improvements to equipment and processes to improve quality, optimize processes, increase productivity, and reduce costs.

Improve safety and ergonomic practices through part and assembly design.

Keep customers, managers, and peers informed of work progress, activities, problems, and opportunities.

Remain abreast of upcoming changes and impact to plant processes.

Develop and maintain clear communication with plant employees and supervisors.

Solicit and coordinate plant input and feedback.

Drive Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and implement solutions to improve future product deployments.

Document issues in the Production Liaison Report (PLR) system.

Review and approve design engineering drawings.

Up to 5% of travel may be required, both domestically and internationally.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.

7+ years of engineering experience.

Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.

1 to 3 years of manufacturing/industrial engineering or design for manufacturability experience.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with proven track record leading successful projects.

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote, etc.)

Experience with Design For Assembly (DFA) Methodologies

Experience with AI technologies, machine learning models, and data analytics tools

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

EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

PACCAR 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 & Development (B.Construction, Manufacturing Engineer, Machinist, Six Sigma, Industrial Engineer, Engineering, Manufacturing, Management

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