Automotive Project Manager Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

PACCAR’s Kenworth Division has an immediate opening for a Program Management Analyst (PMO Analyst) to join our Program Management Team in Kirkland, WA.  

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! 

Division Information  

Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation, and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is pushing the technology envelope with the introduction of battery electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric vehicles, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth’s Internet home page is at www.kenworth.com.  

Job Summary 

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Project Management Analyst with 5+ years of experience to support our heavy truck development programs. This role will provide critical data analysis, reporting, and process improvement to ensure timely, on-budget delivery of complex engineering projects. You will collaborate closely with Program Managers and Engineering Leaders to drive efficiency in scope, schedule, budget, and quality management through actionable insights and best practices.

Job Functions / Responsibilities 

• Document best practices, techniques, procedures, and training materials tailored for Program Managers working on heavy truck development projects.
• Design, develop, and maintain interactive reports and dashboards in Microsoft tools or Tableau that track program progress and key metrics specific to heavy truck engineering product development.
• Support Program Managers with standard and ad hoc tasks including schedule refinement, budget reconciliation, scope tracking from project inception to closure
• Analyze project data to improve scope definition, schedule adherence, budget control, and tollgate management by performing data mining, trend analysis, and providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Oversee and coordinate business tool upgrades and system integrations relevant to manufacturing processes and engineering workflows; research and implement industry best practices applicable to heavy truck development.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in business analytics, process improvement, records retention, and SharePoint structure management within the context of heavy manufacturing environments.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, quality, marketing, purchasing, and materials to enhance project visibility and reporting accuracy.
• Support PMO governance and quality control by maintaining up-to-date process documentation and ensuring compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned 

Skills & Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Data Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience required supporting project management or PMO functions, preferably with PACCAR or in automotive, heavy truck, aerospace, defense, or other manufacturing industries.
• Preferred experience: 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft tools: Excel, Project, SharePoint Online, Teams, Power BI, OnePlan
  • Proficiency in Tableau for developing insightful reports and dashboards.
  • Six Sigma, Agile, and/or Human Centered Design (HCD) training 
  • Commercial truck product knowledge 
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in data mining, metric development, and trend analysis focused on engineering and manufacturing project data.
  • Familiarity with heavy truck product development lifecycle, manufacturing processes, and project management methodologies.
  • Experience with SharePoint administration and document management in regulated environments.
• Demonstrated abilities and skills: 
  • • Excellent documentation, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills.
    • Perform in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment, and manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail 
    • Influence without authority 
    • Manage multiple tasks, take initiative, be a strong team player and a problem-solver 
    • Develop and deliver effective presentations 

Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?

• Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities 

• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields 

• Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies such as electric and autonomous trucks 

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 include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more  

Additional Job Board 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 Program Management Analyst is $90,400 - $141,800 annually. This position is also eligible for a holiday gift. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above. 
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability and E-Verify Employer.