Controls Engineer SG25
Paccar
Columbus, MS · Posted October 21, 2026
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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's $400 million engine manufacturing and technology facility in Columbus, Mississippi began production in late 2010. The 12.9L engines produced at the Mississippi plant will be PACCAR Engine Company's most fuel-efficient and highest-technology diesel engines. PACCAR Engine Company is excited about this superb site and the opportunities it provides to PACCAR Engine Company, our customers, dealers, supplier partners and the people of the State of Mississippi.
Requisition Summary
Support machining department and plant-wide electrical and control systems for Heller CNC and Liebherr gantry control systems. Design and implement controls improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve reliability.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
Designs and implements modifications to existing electrical system which includes robotics, automation equipment and CNC machines. Solicits bids, selects contractors, and coordinates with maintenance and production as required. Ensures projects are completed within budget and on schedule, ensuring that the contractor follows all Paccar Inc safety requirements
Coordinates and supervises major maintenance, emergency repairs, and corrective actions on equipment and facilities
Maintains necessary records and documentation, preparing management reports as necessary
Implement and maintain computerized PLC and CNC
Provide maintenance supervision support as needed
Continuous improvement working with IT department and integrated process monitoring systems
Follow plant’s standards for filing and maintaining documentation per ISO standards. Maintains up-to date machine design documentation for all machines
Reviews engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommends changes as necessary
Prepare, manage and implement capital budget projects. Support Six Sigma projects
Facilitate effective communication to plant management on project status
Work effectively in a high performance work team based environment
This is an evening shift position
Qualifications & Skills
BSEE or equivalent Technical degree required
Minimum 4 years related experience required
Familiar with risk assessments and safety evaluation preferred
Ability to manage multiple projects with the flexibility to adapt to conflicting requirements
Knowledge of city, state, and federal electrical codes required. Knowledge of mechanical and safety codes preferred
Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus preferred
PLC programming using Siemens Step-7 and WinCCFlex, TIA Portal preferred
CNC programming using Siemens Step-7 Powerline and HMI advance, TIA Portal preferred
Demonstrated ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and ladder diagrams, function block diagrams, STL to effectively trouble shoot systems
Exceptional computer literacy. Microsoft and AutoCAD desired
Hands on experience with equipment controls.
Additional PACCAR Website Information
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.
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PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.
Additional Job Board Information
If you would like more information about what makes PACCAR an excellent place to work, please visit the PACCAR Career Site .
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. .