Systems Engineer- Vehicle Definition

Paccar • Denton, TX

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About The Position

The Systems Engineer - Vehicle Definition position at PACCAR involves leading the concept architecture and requirements development for systems related to commercial electric vehicles (EVs), Automated Driving (L2+), and Autonomous (L4) trucks. The role requires defining software requirements across a wide range of technological advancements and collaborating with various engineering teams across different PACCAR divisions in North America, Europe, and Australia. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery of function definitions and will be considered the technical expert for system feature requirements and function design.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with automotive or similar electronic modules and/or systems engineering.
• Experience with requirement management tools such as DOORS, DNG, JAMA, etc.
• Understanding of major automotive vehicle systems such as Advanced Driver-Assistance (ADAS), Motion Control, Automotive Network, and Powertrain.
• Design/Development of safety-critical systems/components (ISO26262).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• High level of oral and written communication skills and basic project management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with colleagues local and at remote sites.
• Comfortable with ambiguity.
• Strong technical leadership skills and able to work in a highly collaborative environment.
• Creative, disciplined, strong sense of responsibility, delivery, and schedule commitment.
• Experience in writing and comprehending software and hardware requirements and interfaces.
• Experience in automotive product release and specification process.
• Experience using Matlab/Simulink for building low-resolution prototypes.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of systems development such as requirements definition, analysis, and development of their applicable system.
• Implement new features and functions.
• Build Control Function Architecture with assistance from the architecture team.
• Create and maintain applicable system/subsystem/component software specifications in IBM DOORS / DOORS Next Generation (DNG).
• Lead/participate in software peer reviews and Functional Safety to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Provide technical leadership for sophisticated technology development.
• Collaborate with other System Engineers and subject matter experts to define and negotiate key functional and performance requirements.
• Root cause all applicable system-related issues during testing and validation.
• Ensure work is completed as per the milestones with excellence.
• Responsible for compliance with PACCAR Inc. processes and safety procedures.
• Represent the team globally as a key partner to the product.
• Support and/or lead activities for customer outreach and education in these technologies and their respective use cases.

Benefits

• 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 time.
• 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 programs.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree