Electrical Validation Engineer

Requisition Summary

The successful candidate will manage validation projects for vehicle electrical components and systems. The engineer will define test requirements, design and construct lab test setups, and document results. This position communicates with multiple levels of management, external suppliers, customers, and project stakeholders.

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!

Division Information

The PACCAR Technical Center provides engineering excellence to the truck and engine divisions of PACCAR Inc through innovative product development and testing. The Technical Center is located in the Skagit Valley about 65 miles north of Seattle, Washington.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

Plans, coordinates, and conducts projects of moderate scope with minimal supervision

Analyzes project requests, discusses project requirements with requestors, and formulates preliminary project plans, budgets, and schedules.

Design test fixtures and specifies instrumentation, equipment, and data requirements

Assembles resources required for testing; works to resolve resource conflicts

Participates in set up of tests, verifies that test equipment and instrumentation meet specified requirements and performs preliminary data checks

Participates in data collection and analysis.

Writes reports, as appropriate, incorporating results, conclusions, and recommendations.

Undertakes tasks on projects of significant scope. May undertake larger projects with appropriate supervision. May take responsibility for major program activities.

Develops and improves test methodologies

Present results of test or investigative projects to divisions or management personnel.

Fosters good communications.

Establishes and maintains cooperative and productive work relations with all other departments.

Communicates with manager, peers, and division personnel of work progress, support, problems, scheduling conflicts, or opportunities of which they should be aware.

Travel up to 10%

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience validating electrical and embedded control systems or similar applicable experience required

Knowledge of electrical circuit analysis fundamentals

Experience using typical electrical lab equipment (digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc)

Familiarity with Controller Area Network (CAN) operation, especially J1939 protocol

Ability to work well in a team environment

Ability to summarize technical issues and communicate effectively

Ability to manage personal workload and willingness, flexibility and initiative to respond to shifting time and project demands

Self-directed, excellent analysis and technical judgment required

Strong presentation skills

Education

BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent required

U.S. 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

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. 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 Electrical Validation Engineer is $90,400 - $141,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.