Validation Engineer - Powertrain

PACCAR•Denton, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be responsible for ensuring all major new development program’s Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEAs) are complete, thorough, identify all failure risks, and ensure they remain up to date. You will also, ensure that the Design Verification Plan and Report (DVPR) addresses all risks and Requests for Testing Services (RTS) are submitted and tracked to completion in the DVPR. Additionally, this position will manage test priorities meeting program requirements and ensure test properties are built correctly and on-time to meet test schedules. This position will work to identify synergies between program tests and test properties, resulting in a more efficient use of validation resources and reduce validation expense. This position will require a self-motivated person, that can operate with minimal supervision and occasionally require independent evaluation.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related degree is required.
5+ Years experience in designing heavy trucks or their components.
Proficiency with PowerPoint and presentation skills is required.
Proficiency with Excel, Word, Project, and related computer software required.
Ability to learn on the fly and adapt to change.
Demonstrated team player with high level of initiative, follow through and flexibility.
Must be detail oriented and capable of multi-tasking workload.
Proficiency with PACCAR systems, processes, procedures and validation practices & principles.
Use of established engineering processes and techniques and be resourceful in solving complex technical problems.
Requires independent judgment and effective project management skills.
Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross functional teams and programs

Nice To Haves

Some travel is required.

Responsibilities

Ensure Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEAs) are complete, thorough, and up to date in WRR. Work with Engineering Design and Reliability teams to complete FMEAs.
Identify program risks from FMEAs
Track and review Design Verification Plan and Report (DVPR) in WRR to address program risks.
Track, review and generate Requests for Testing Services (RTS) to validate risks have been successfully mitigated
Ensure validation results from RTSs are documented in the DVPR in WRR
Manage test priorities ensuring higher priority projects have precedent in the testing schedule
Manage test properties, ensuring they are built correctly and on-time to meet program validation deliverables.
Demonstrate ability to handle multiple tasks.
Work with other Validation Engineer(s) to identify synergies between program tests and test properties, resulting in a more efficient use of validation resources and reduce validation expense.
Apply knowledge of validation results and its correlation to risk mitigation
Work with the Design Engineers and Test Engineers to develop new tests if required.
Coordinate projects and validation efforts with other engineering groups and departments within PACCAR.
Prepare status reports and other detailed reporting as directed.
Apply a proactive approach to defining issues and reaching early resolution and consensus.
Demonstrate professional and successful communication skills (verbal/written) with strong, effective interpersonal abilities.
Act in a professional manner in all contacts with external and internal customers.
Other duties as assigned.

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 (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 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
This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.