Climatic Chassis Dynamometer (CCD) Test Technician -2nd Shift
About The Position
This position supports engineering staff with all phases of testing PACCAR commercial vehicles in a climatic chassis dynamometer (CCD) facility at the PACCAR Technical Center. PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of premium light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates. The company also provides customized financial services, information technology, and truck parts related to its principal business. PACCAR offers opportunities to design transportation technology of tomorrow, support dynamic international leadership, or build excellent products and services, allowing for career development.
Requirements
- 5+ years of relevant work experience with excellent mechanical aptitude
- Proficient in troubleshooting vehicle issues, (powertrain and powertrain electronics)
- Good computer skills
- Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Ability to manage personal workload and willingness, flexibility, and initiative to respond to shifting time and project demands
- Must be capable of operating a heavy-duty commercial vehicle on the chassis dynamometer
Nice To Haves
- CDL license preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Prepares and installs a heavy-duty vehicle for climatic chassis dynamometer test.
- Drives the truck on the chassis dynamometer; must be capable of operating a class 8 heavy truck running a simulated route.
- Troubleshoot test vehicle issues that affect operation of the truck on the chassis dynamometer.
- Maintain organized project documentation - communicates activity, status and issues in a timely fashion.
- Run vehicle tests and maintain test section conditions using CCD control software.
- Install and program data acquisition equipment.
- Collect, monitor, and post-process test data.
- Develop specialized test equipment as needed.
- Operate engine monitoring software such as ATI and Canalyzer.
- Troubleshoot, maintain and repair chassis dynamometer test cell equipment under direction.
- Maintain the highest level of work area cleanliness and organization.
- Perform duties safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
