Manufacturing Engineer Job

Company Information

Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, is a diversified global manufacturer of PACCAR medium- and heavy-duty truck parts sold under Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates. For fifty years Dynacraft has provided the company’s truck divisions and PACCAR Parts division with high quality components, subassemblies, and specialized services. Dynacraft has production facilities in Louisville, KY, and McKinney, TX.

Summary

Dynacraft is currently hiring a Manufacturing Engineer (ME). The ME reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Lead at the Louisville plant site.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Review proposed engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommend revisions as necessary
• Assist with manufacturing process development for new products with direct customer and supplier contact
• Plan for and support production implementation of new product introductions including material staging at cell and packaging requirements for shipping
• Develop labor standards for new projects
• Design and procure production tooling and fixtures, including preparation of drawings and specs and bid generation and evaluation
• Develop new work cell layouts and assist in rearrangements to add new product lines
• Recommend safety and ergonomic improvements
• Model designs for both customer and Dynacraft proprietary products on Pro-E, develop drawings, BOM's, testing plans and cost estimates
• Assist in continuous improvement through kaizen and lean projects
• Support the APQP process through development of PFMEAs and product work flows

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience with Pro-E or equivalent solid modeling system
• Product knowledge is desirable
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
• Strong PC and CAD skills
• Understanding of Six-Sigma process improvement methods
• Prior background in manufacturing environment preferred
• Familiarity with use and applications for PLC control systems
• ISO 9001, APQP experience

Education/Training Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Required (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing), Master’s Degree in Engineering or MBA Preferred.
• Three (3) years Manufacturing Engineering Experience Required.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years Engineering Management Experience Preferred

Hours

• M-F 

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.