Connected Services Validation Engineer (GR 23)
About The Position
The successful candidate will serve as a member of the Vehicle Integration Validation Controls Team focused on Connected Services features including Over the Air software updates, Remote Diagnostics, and other connected vehicle technologies. This position provides an opportunity to develop expertise in vehicle software validation and connected vehicle systems while supporting PACCAR's growing portfolio of connectivity solutions. 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 designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines 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!
Requirements
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
- Self directed with strong technical judgment and attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with vehicle, automotive, or commercial vehicle systems desired.
- Familiarity with software validation, requirements based testing, or systems integration desired.
- Experience with vehicle communication networks such as CAN, J1939, UDS, or Ethernet desired.
- Experience with data acquisition, analysis tools, and Microsoft Office applications desired.
- Prior internship experience desired
Responsibilities
- Serves as a controls validation engineer responsible for testing and validation of Connected Services features including Over the Air updates and Remote Diagnostics.
- Conducts functional requirement testing on PACCAR vehicles and associated systems.
- Develops and executes validation test plans, procedures, and test strategies for connected vehicle features.
- Establishes subject matter expertise in connected vehicle technologies and supports issue investigation and resolution activities.
- Participates in vehicle setup, software configuration, data collection, and analysis activities.
- Uses engineering and service tools to configure vehicle properties, collect data, and evaluate system performance.
- Analyzes test results and investigates software, system, and integration issues.
- Creates failure reports, documents defects, supports root cause investigations, and tracks corrective actions through resolution.
- Participates in defect review meetings and collaborates with engineering teams to prioritize, document, and resolve identified issues.
- Writes technical reports incorporating test results, conclusions, and recommendations.
- Develops and maintains a high level of familiarity with PACCAR products, vehicle networks, and service tools.
- Works closely with PACCAR divisions and cross functional engineering teams to support product development and validation activities.
- Assists with powertrain and vehicle controls validation activities as required.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
