Vehicle Calibration Engineer - Software Integration (Driver Assistance Systems)

PACCAR•Mount Vernon, WA

4d•$70,500 - $105,800

About The Position

PACCAR is seeking a Calibration Engineer to join its Vehicle Calibration team, supporting calibration, integration, and in-vehicle verification of heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicle functions. The role focuses on testing driver assistance systems, including adaptive cruise control, automated emergency braking, lane keep assist, lane change assist, and future functionality. The engineer will work with a global, cross-divisional team to develop and calibrate vehicle functions for North America. The PACCAR Technical Center provides engineering development and testing for PACCAR’s truck and engine divisions. It is located in the Skagit Valley, approximately 65 miles north of Seattle, Washington.

Requirements

0–3 years of relevant experience.
A current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or the ability and desire to obtain one.
Knowledge of vehicle and powertrain management systems and performance.
Knowledge of automotive communication protocols, including J1939, UDS, XCP, Ethernet, CAN-bus, and LIN-bus.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to communicate technical findings effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Self-direction, strong analytical skills, and sound engineering judgment.
Organization and discipline in managing workload, with willingness and initiative to respond to shifting time and project demands.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and repeatedly enter and exit truck cabins.
Ability to travel up to 10%.
BS in an appropriate technical field.

Responsibilities

Participate in calibration, verification, release, and implementation of software for assigned vehicle features, with guidance from senior team members.
Apply engineering fundamentals to conduct in-vehicle testing of control system software and accurately collect, organize, and report data.
Review requirements documents for assigned features, understand intended behavior, and raise questions or unclear items to senior engineers.
Execute established test plans and test cases for requirements verification, document results, and promptly report discovered defects.
Assist in updating calibration data and configurations based on documented customer and system requirements.
Support running change software releases by completing assigned calibration, verification, and documentation tasks.
Work with Controls, Software, and Validation Teams to gather data and support testing, root cause analysis, and defect resolution.
Learn and stay current on the functionality, requirements, and calibration tools for assigned features.
Complete assigned work to defined quality standards to contribute to on-time releases.
Suggest improvements to testing and calibration workflows based on hands-on observations.
Build positive working relationships with peers, other groups, and PACCAR divisions.

Benefits

Competitive salary and 401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
Fully funded pension plan providing monthly benefits after retirement.
Paid time off, including a minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
Paid short- and long-term disability program.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Employee Assistance Program services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
Growth and development opportunities at a global Fortune 500 company.
Opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues recognized as experts in their field.