PACCAR 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 diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best ® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery-electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality and inclusivity in the workplace.
The Cab/Outerbody Department is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to manage and lead the Outerbody group within the department. The Engineering Supervisor would manage all aspects of outerbody design work focusing on chassis fairings and aerodynamic devices. Including but not limited to large program design projects, plant support, warranty corrections, and cost reductions. Ideal candidates would have a strong leadership background in managing engineers toward achieving department and division goals.
Develop and manage a high-performance team which includes supervising, personnel development, team building, proportioning workload, and tracking progress.
Manage all aspects of developing a project from definition to closure to meet schedule, performance, cost, weight, and reliability requirements.
Track all aspects of projects including budget, costs, schedule, validation, and parts, providing periodic status updates to management, and managing through all tollgates per the PCP process and ensuring the proper use of DFSS tools.
Prepare engineering activity status reports and other detailed reporting as directed.
Effectively manage relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure information flows smoothly and issues are proactively addressed.
Act in a professional manner in all contacts with external and internal customers.
Some travel may be required.
Qualifications & Skills:
Supervisory or management experience is preferred
7+ years of design engineering experience is preferred
Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work effectively
Ability to handle multiple tasks, learn on the fly, and adapt to change
Professional and successful communication skills (verbal/written) with strong, effective interpersonal abilities
Proactive approach to reconciling issues and reaching consensus
Experience with a Phase Gate development process
Proficient in Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) tools
Strong overall knowledge of PACCAR vehicles
Knowledge of and/or experience in heavy truck components and systems is preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Thorough knowledge and experience with CREO and Windchill (or similar) is preferred
Ability to apply knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA), material properties, and manufacturing processes to improve designs
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required
Master’s Degree preferred
Professional Engineering License is preferred
Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?
Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields
Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as electric and autonomous trucks
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 include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Additional Job Board Information
At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for the Engineering Supervisor - Cab/Outerbody is $110,600 - $173,000 annually. This position is also eligible for a holiday gift. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.
PACCAR promotes equal employment opportunities by implementing policies and practices that ensure employees and applicants are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status or other legally protected status. This applies to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, termination, rates of pay, and other conditions of employment.