Vehicle Calibration Engineer - Software Integration (Autonomous Vehicle Platform)

PACCAR•Vernon, WA

14h

About The Position

PACCAR is seeking a Calibration Engineer for its Vehicle Calibration team, focused on calibration, integration, and in-vehicle verification of heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicle functions. The role supports testing of PACCAR’s autonomous vehicle platform and works 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. The position independently calibrates, verifies, releases, and implements software for vehicle-level features across vehicle configurations and powertrains. It also translates customer and system requirements into calibration data and configurations, develops and executes verification test plans, investigates issues with partner teams, and supports software releases and ongoing calibration improvements. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate technical field and at least three years of experience in vehicle development, integration, or testing. A current CDL, or the ability and desire to obtain one, is required. The position involves lifting up to 25 pounds, repeatedly entering and exiting truck cabins, and travel of up to 10%. The annual salary range is $80,800–$120,800.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience with vehicle development, integration, or testing.
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate technical field.
Current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or ability and desire to obtain one.
Knowledge of vehicle and powertrain management systems and performance.
Knowledge of automotive communication protocols: 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-directed approach, strong analytical skills, and sound engineering judgment.
Organization and discipline to manage personal 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%.

Responsibilities

Independently calibrate, verify, release, and implement software for assigned vehicle-level features across multiple vehicle configurations and powertrains.
Integrate, calibrate, and optimize vehicle performance functionality through in-vehicle testing of control-system software.
Review requirements documents for gaps, ambiguities, and testability concerns, and provide feedback to requirement owners.
Develop and execute test plans for requirements verification; document and report defects with sufficient detail to support resolution.
Provide technical feedback on proposed product changes, including implications for calibration, testing, and feature behavior.
Support calibration, verification, and release of running-change software, managing assigned releases with limited oversight.
Translate customer and system requirements into calibration data and configurations, and flag ambiguities or conflicts for resolution.
Partner with Controls, Software, and Validation teams to troubleshoot issues, perform root-cause analysis, and drive defects to closure.
Deliver assigned work on schedule and maintain calibration quality standards.
Maintain working knowledge of software functionality, feature interactions, and product requirements for assigned functions.
Identify and implement incremental improvements to calibration and testing methods.
Maintain productive working relationships with other groups and PACCAR divisions.

Benefits

Competitive salary and 401(k) 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 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 (EAP) 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.