Control System Owner

PACCAR•Lewisville, TX

1d•$104,100 - $162,900

About The Position

As a Control System Owner (CSO) for an automotive electronic control unit, you will guide the development and integration of safety-critical ECU systems for advanced vehicle applications. The role manages hardware and firmware requirements, collaborates with suppliers, oversees validation activities, and partners with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, compliant, and high-performing solutions. The position is located in Lewisville, Texas.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline.
7+ years of relevant engineering experience.
Experience managing Tier-1 suppliers and external development partners.
Experience integrating ECUs into vehicle networks using CAN, CAN FD, Ethernet, and diagnostic services.
Experience with requirements management and traceability tools such as IBM DOORS Next Generation, Siemens Polarion ALM, PTC Codebeamer, or similar platforms.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively across cross-functional teams.
Ability to travel up to 10%, including international travel.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering or a related STEM field, and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience developing or supporting products in compliance with ISO 26262 (Functional Safety) and ISO/SAI 21434 (Cybersecurity).
Experience with commercial vehicle systems and SAE J1939 communications.
Experience with ASPICE-compliant automotive development processes.
Working knowledge of vehicle diagnostics and communication protocols including UDS (ISO 14229), OBD-II, CAN, CAN FD, and Ethernet.
Familiarity with microcontroller architectures, embedded system peripherals (ADCs, GPIO, timers, PWM, watchdogs), and communication interfaces commonly used in automotive ECUs.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary System Owner for an automotive ECU, responsible for product definition, technical decision-making, supplier coordination, and cross-functional alignment throughout the product lifecycle.
Own ECU feature requirements and prioritize hardware and software deliverables to ensure desired functionality is implemented in compliance with applicable standards.
Develop and maintain system requirements, interface definitions, and traceability across vehicle, system, hardware, and software levels.
Manage hardware releases, validation planning, prototype and production sample coordination, and support pilot vehicle builds.
Lead technical issue investigation and cross-functional problem resolution through design reviews, testing, field data analysis, and supplier collaboration.
Define product acceptance criteria and ensure validation activities demonstrate compliance with functional, performance, safety, and cybersecurity requirements.

Benefits

401k with up to a 5% company match
Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
Paid time off, including a minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 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 including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling
Holiday gift