Resident 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 designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
 
Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Division Information

Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, is headquartered in McKinney, TX. a suburb of Dallas. Dynacraft 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.

Requisition Summary

The Resident Engineer provides on-site engineering and technical support at Kenworth Division offices in Kirkland, WA for Dynacraft’s current and future product offerings. This position serves as a key technical liaison between Dynacraft and customer engineering teams, supporting product design, development, quality improvement, manufacturing, testing, and issue resolution.

The Resident Engineer coordinates efforts across multiple business disciplines and develops strong customer relationships while applying leadership, project management, and fact-based decision-making skills. The position requires a proactive approach to identifying and leading product and quality improvements that support Dynacraft goals and enhance product and service offerings.

This role is located in the State of Washington. The work schedule is Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with flexibility to support alternate shifts and weekend activities as required. 

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering support to customers for Dynacraft products.
• Develop product designs using Pro-E/Creo or equivalent solid-modeling systems.
• Develop and maintain assembly drawings for truck-related components.
• Develop bills of material, labor estimates, and product cost estimates.
• Conduct product qualification testing and prepare test schedules and reports.
• Investigate and resolve product quality and manufacturing issues.
• Coordinate engineering activities across customers, suppliers, Manufacturing, Quality, and other business functions.
• Work with suppliers to identify high-performing and cost-effective product solutions.
• Manage multiple engineering projects and deliverables while meeting established deadlines.
• Lead and support continuous improvement efforts related to product quality, manufacturing, and engineering.
• Develop and maintain effective customer relationships.
• Apply fact-based decision making to complex technical problems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of engineering experience in an industry-related role required.
• Four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university required.
• Previous experience with Pro-E/Creo or equivalent solid-modeling systems.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, teamwork, and customer communication skills.
• Demonstrated creativity and ability to develop solutions that support competitive products and services.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain a broader business and product perspective.
• Demonstrated leadership and continuous improvement skills.
• Ability and willingness to learn and apply new engineering processes and techniques to complex technical problems.
• Truck or automotive product knowledge preferred.
• Six Sigma and Project Management training strongly preferred.
• Ability to travel as required.

Education

• Four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university required
• Six Sigma and Project Management training strongly preferred

Competencies

PACCAR Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Competitive salary and 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, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
• 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 program
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field

Salary 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 Resident Eningeer role is $90,400 – $129,100 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.