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

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of efficient manufacturing processes, tooling, and facility layouts to ensure high-quality production and continuous improvement.

This role collaborates with cross-functional teams, including customers and suppliers, to support new product introductions and ensure manufacturability, cost efficiency, and operational excellence. This position supports the evening shift.

Job Responsibilities

Review engineering designs for manufacturability and recommend design improvements
Support development of manufacturing processes for new product launches
Plan and assist with production implementation, including material staging and packaging requirements
Support production machinery troubleshooting and fixes
Develop labor standards for new products and processes
Design and procure tooling and fixtures, including creating drawings, specifications, and bid evaluations
Develop and optimize work cell layouts and support facility changes for new product lines
Recommend safety and ergonomic improvements
Develop 3D models, drawings, BOMs, testing plans, and cost estimates using CAD tools (e.g., Creo Parametric)
Support continuous improvement initiatives through Lean and Kaizen activities.

Qualifications

Manufacturing engineering knowledge (process design, tooling, layouts)
CAD and solid modeling proficiency (Creo or equivalent)
Project management and multitasking capability
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Basic understanding of ERP systems (SAP or similar)
Focus on safety and ergonomics in design
Minimum of 2 years of engineering experience

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering required.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Manufacturing preferred)
Six Sigma and/or Project Management training (preferred)

PACCAR Benefits

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 including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
- This position is also eligible for a holiday gift

Additional Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

This is a safety-sensitive position, and the pre-employment drug testing includes cannabis testing.

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