Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
Posted 29 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Magna On-Site Resident Advanced Manufacturing Engineer”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 8+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyEngineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Field of studyElectrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Study levelMaster's or higher
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 premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates 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!
Requisition Summary
The role is based at Magna Drive in Piedmont, South Carolina, while remaining a full-time employee of PACCAR.
Peterbilt Motors Company seeks an experienced Advance Manufacturing Engineer to be located in Piedmont, South Carolina and serve as a strategic liaison between PACCAR Engineering and our manufacturing partner. This role supports the Kenworth and Peterbilt truck brands across all North American manufacturing facilities by interacting with the supplier and the PACCAR teams. The successful candidate will facilitate cross-organizational collaboration, drive technical alignment, and ensure seamless coordination between PACCAR divisions and the external supplier.
This position requires a self-directed professional with exceptional communication skills, demonstrated project leadership, and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics at senior levels. The role demands adaptability, as priorities frequently shift in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Job Responsibilities
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication
- Serve as the primary, onsite liaison between PACCAR Engineering, supplier engineering, and the manufacturing teams.
- Provide support for supplier management and materials department activities within the SDI team as needed.
- Facilitate effective communication and technical coordination to ensure alignment on requirements and program objectives.
- Engage with executives and senior management across organizations, translating complex technical information for diverse audiences.
- Identify and mobilize appropriate subject matter experts and decision makers to resolve issues and accelerate progress.
Engineering & Design Support