Quality Systems Project Engineer

Company Information

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

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.

Position Summary

The Quality Systems Engineer is responsible for advancing the quality and success of the organization by leading, developing, and implementing quality management systems, standards, and procedures. The position is an integral part of the Advanced Manufacturing team that reports through the Assistant General Manager of Operations. The successful candidate will join a team of highly performing professionals who pride themselves in developing innovative processes, setting industry standards for quality, and providing cost-effective designs. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth. Successful team members have advanced to prominent roles in other areas of the organization.

Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Lead quality initiatives across North American truck manufacturing plants.
• Direct Kenworth’s ISO Quality Management System, including conducting procedure audits and initiating corrective actions to ensure ISO compliance.
• Serve as the primary quality liaison with plant and corporate teams on quality-related issues.
• Develop and implement strategies for process control of Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) features.
• Coordinate benchmarking of quality programs and drive implementation of best practices.
• Collaborate with Plant EWI Coordinators, Corporate Quality, and the PACCAR Manufacturing Excellence Team to advance EWI performance.
• Identify warranty reduction opportunities within plants and work with plant quality teams to implement improvements.
• Coordinate and collaborate with PACCAR personnel to perform Visual Quality Acceptance reviews as required.
• Participate in and contribute to department-wide continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate status updates through meeting minutes, Significant Events reports, and OPS/GM leadership meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or another technical discipline required. MS/MBA degree preferred.
• Minimum 5-7+ years of quality systems experience; one to three years in automotive or commercial truck industries preferred.
• Experience with ISO Quality Management Systems and Six Sigma methodologies desirable.
• Demonstrated success leading projects, highly motivated self-starter.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to communicate complex topics clearly. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in DFMEA and PFMEA.  Experience with Quality Control and Control Plans.
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Develop and deliver effective presentations, including those for senior management.
  • Influence without direct authority.
  • Manage multiple tasks, take initiative, collaborate effectively, and solve problems.
  • Perform in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and manage competing priorities.
• Preferred experience:
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Project, SharePoint, Teams, and Data Visualization Software.
  • Six Sigma training.
  • Commercial truck product knowledge.
  • Working with or in production environments.
• Demonstrates high leadership potential.
• Advanced certifications preferred (PE, CQE, CQA, etc.).
• Willingness to travel up to 15% annually, occasionally on short notice.

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 Quality Systems Engineer is $100,100 - $156,600 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer.