Manufacturing Engineer Machining SG23
PACCAR · Columbus, MS
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 50+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 15 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at PACCAR (automotive) in Columbus, MS. Plan, define and implement the related equipment changes within the given time frame of the project.
- They ask for
- 50+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, FMEA, Machining, Tooling
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Mississippi: typical posted base $80k–$112k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 20 manufacturing engineer openings in Mississippi, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Mississippi plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 19 other live manufacturing postings in Mississippi.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (50+ vs 10+)
Similar roles usually ask 10+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 60%
- Team leadership 45%
- ✓ New product launch 35%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 30%
- Root cause 30%
- AutoCAD 30%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at PACCAR
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
This plant: PACCAR in Columbus
5 other open roles at this site.
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- Site Operations Manager (SG 41) - Evening) · Production · Manager
- Controls Engineer SG 23 · Controls
- Controls Engineer SG25 · Controls
- Controls Engineer - Machining SG 31 · Controls
Full description from PACCARAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Review New Product Designs for Manufacturability
- ◆Provide Production Impact and Cost Analysis for New Product Designs
- ◆Develop and refine processes for new product launch
- ◆Create or update SOPs, PFMEAs, and Layouts for new product
- ◆Maintain and report status of schedule for projects
- ◆Specify and procure necessary tools and equipment to support new products
- ◆Actively participate in simultaneous engineering for new product development projects
- ◆Plan, define and implement the related equipment changes within the given time frame of the project
- ◆Coordinate with equipment suppliers for modifications to be outsourced
- ◆Define equipment modifications with flexibility for future design and volume expansion
- ◆Use best practices from the Manufacturing Engineering group
- ◆Update control documents per ISO
requirements
for new product
- ✓Designs and implement shop aids and fixtures
- ✓Use best practices from the Manufacturing Engineering group
- ✓Update control documents per ISO
requirements
for new product
- ✓Designs and implement shop aids and fixtures
& Skills Required
- ✓B.S. Degree in Engineering or Technical 4 year degree (STEM)
- ✓Proven problem-solving skills
- ✓Excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills
- ✓Proven ability to work self-directed in a project team environment
- ✓Demonstrated ability to successfully lead and influence others
- ✓Ability to work within deadlines to achieve goals
- ✓Proven abilities in Microsoft Office, with emphasis on excel and
- ✓power point
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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Machining SG 23
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.
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!
Paccar engine company
PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi produces the best-in-class, state-of-the-art MX engines that power Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR MX engines bring a new level of innovation through quality, exceptional reliability, and proven performance. In more than 50 years, PACCAR has delivered over one million engines globally, providing innovative solutions and an unwavering commitment to superior performance. Join our best-in-class team today through the following opportunity:
Requisition Summary
This position will be responsible for the development, management, and coordination of technical training throughout the PACCAR Engine Plant in Columbus MS. The Technical Training Coordinate will be responsible for interfacing with Department Manager to identify technical training gaps and working with external organizations to meet training and development needs. This position will also support continued development of (diesel, craft tech, etc.) programs.
Job Functions /
Desired
- +Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
- +Experience in a simultaneous engineering style project environment
- +Experience with CAD and/or CREO Parametric
- +3-5 years minimum manufacturing experience (exhibited process and product knowledge)
Additional PACCAR Website Information
If you would like more information about what makes PACCAR an excellent place to work, please visit the PACCAR Career Site.