Associate Control System Engineer

PACCAR • Mount Vernon, WA

5d • $70,500 - $105,800 • Onsite

About The Position

The PACCAR Embedded Engineering Team is looking for a skilled engineer for the development of powertrain management, vehicle management, ADAS and autonomous control systems for PACCAR trucks. Skilled candidates will develop control systems based on product/customer/vehicle requirements following the established corporate software engineering process. This position will be a part of a global engineering team; including our Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF subsidiaries while residing at PACCAR Technical Center.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline required.
• Candidate will be independent, motivated, demonstrate excellent analytical and written communication skills, and exercise sound engineering judgment.
• Knowledge of powertrain and vehicle management and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of control systems, software development and architecture on autonomous trucks or passenger vehicles
• Proficiency with revision control software: GIT/ Subversion (SVN)
• Proficiency with requirement management toolchains: IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment with strong organizational skills.
• Proven success managing workload; and willingness, flexibility, and initiative to respond to shifting time, priority, and project demands.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or P.E. desired.
• Proficiency using Java /C++/ Embedded Linux / Python and Kanzi UX/UI experience desirable
• Proficiency using MATLAB/Simulink and Rational Rhapsody experience desirable
• Proficiency of automotive communication protocols, including: J1939, CAN, KWP-2000, UDS is desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing control system architecture, technical requirements and component design specifications for PACCAR powertrain, vehicle, and autonomous control systems.
• Analyze, interpret, and provide feedback on control system architecture, requirements, designs, and verification / validation tests for conformance to product and customer requirements.
• Help gather data and analyze control system performance utilizing test equipment and other standard EE lab equipment for verification and validation of embedded software products.
• Assist in performing troubleshooting and first-line diagnosis of issues, detailed analysis, root-cause investigation, problem resolution and defect reporting.
• Interact with team members, field technicians, suppliers and other personnel within the company and provide on-site & off-site control system support.
• Work to develop professional relationships through collaboration, respect, professionalism, trust and integrity.

Benefits

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive PTO – 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 account (FSA) and health 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level