ADAS Development Engineer

PACCAR; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health plans

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

PACCAR Inc in Denton, TX, seeks an ADAS CSO to serve as the primary technical owner of ADAS control systems, collaborating with System Owners, EE Architecture, PACCAR Electronics, suppliers, validation teams, Vehicle Integration, and Manufacturing.

The role leads ECU hardware/software, DVP&R validation, supplier engagement, and TP RS specifications, ensuring robust design and integration across programs. Travel up to 5% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the assigned ADAS ECU/control system, including hardware, base software, and diagnostics.
• Coordinate with System Owners, EE Architecture, PACCAR Electronics, suppliers, validation teams.
• Lead ECU validation, DVP&R planning, testing, and defect resolution.
• Ensure requirements and interfaces align with systems and product planning.
• Manage supplier engagement, maturity reviews, and software readiness.
• Prepare Technical Process Requirements Specifications (TPRS) outlining supplier expectations, tools, and roles.
• Track software timing, maturity, risks, and integration readiness.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field

Job description

Requisition Summary

The ADAS CSO will serve as the primary technical owner of specific ADAS control systems (e.g., camera ECUs, radar ECUs, perception modules, domain controllers) and will collaborate closely with System Owners, EE Architecture, PACCAR Electronics, suppliers, validation teams, Vehicle Integration, and Manufacturing.

Hiring level will be commensurate with experience and skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the accountable owner for the assigned ADAS ECU/control system, covering hardware, base software, application software, diagnostics, and lifecycle performance.
• Maintain knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and installation constraints to ensure robust ECU design and integration.
• Develop, maintain, and align ECU‑level technical requirement specifications (functional, safety, cybersecurity, architecture) with system‑level ADAS feature intent and customer use cases.
• Contribute to program‑level Product Description Book (PDB) content by identifying capabilities, constraints, and customer impacts.
• Ensure requirements and communication interfaces are consistent with System Owners, Product Planning, and EE Architecture teams.
• Lead all technical engagement with the ECU supplier, including requirements alignment, development oversight, maturity reviews, and software readiness.
• Author and maintain Technical Process Requirements Specifications (TPRS) outlining supplier expectations, toolchains, and RASIC roles.
• Monitor supplier technology roadmaps and guide forward‑looking improvements for future programs.
• Lead ECU validation through DVP&R planning, sample coordination, HIL and on‑vehicle testing, and defect resolution.
• Track software timing, maturity, risks, and integration readiness across programs.

Job Responsibilities Continued

• Ensure ECU‑related issues are identified, managed, and closed using PACCAR’s issue‑tracking processes.
• Communicate development status, risks, validation progress, and release readiness to program and technical leadership.
• Support pilot builds, production release activities (ECNs, REIs, PPAP), and resolve manufacturing or field issues related to ECU performance.
• Provide technical guidance to manufacturing, service, and field teams regarding ECU operation, diagnostics, and integration behaviors.
• Create or contribute to service and diagnostic documentation ensuring programming, serviceability, and troubleshooting meet PACCAR standards.
• Coordinate and complete projects and design efforts with other engineering groups and departments within the Company.
• Provide engineering assistance, perform problem resolution, training and other engineering duties supporting various aspects of heavy truck production.
• Follow software defect resolution life cycle for internal and external owners and bring them to a closure.
• Complete design projects and manufacturing process changes from planning, calculation and design analysis, design, testing, evaluation and implementation necessary for successful completion.
• Prepare engineering activity status reports and other detailed reporting as directed.
• Up to 5% travel may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field is required.
• 7+ Years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with systems engineering principles for electronics and software development, including the systems V model, agile methods, functional safety/cybersecurity, ASPICE, SOTIF, and integration planning and execution.
• Working knowledge of ADAS sensors, perception systems, ECU functionality, and related diagnostics/validation methods (e.g., DVP&R, HIL, automated testing).
• Strong understanding of vehicle communication networks (J1939, CAN, automotive Ethernet) and ability to interpret electrical schematics, harness interfaces, connector pinouts, and power/grounding requirements.
• Awareness of mechanical packaging considerations such as mounting, thermal constraints, field of view, and vibration.
• Knowledge on Heavy duty and Medium duty Commercial trucks.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and system integration domains.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with software engineers, EE architecture, electrical/harness, mechanical packaging, HIL labs, validation organizations, and external suppliers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for leading cross‑functional technical discussions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deliverables, drive defect resolution, and meet program schedules.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with requirements/defect management tools such as DOORS, HPQC, or Jira.
• Ability to produce clear technical documentation, requirements, and validation artifacts.

General Description of Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 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.

Additional Job Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation. Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups – The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women’s Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership and Development (B.O.L.D) and ADVOCATE (An LGBTQ support group).