Associate Control Systems Engineer: Powertrain & Autonomous

PACCAR; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

PACCAR's Embedded Engineering Team in Mount Vernon, WA, seeks an engineer to develop powertrain, vehicle, ADAS, and autonomous control systems for PACCAR trucks. You will define architecture, requirements and software for embedded systems using our engineering process, collaborating globally with Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF teams.

The role requires a STEM degree, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with Java/C++/Embedded Linux, MATLAB/Simulink, and DOORS Next Gen.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline required.
• Advanced degree or P.E. desired.
• Independent, motivated with excellent analytical and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of powertrain and vehicle management and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of control systems, software development and architecture on autonomous trucks or passenger vehicles.
• Proficiency using Java /C++/ Embedded Linux / Python and Kanzi UX/UI experience desirable.
• Proficiency using MATLAB/Simulink and Rational Rhapsody experience desirable.
• Proficiency with revision control software: GIT/ Subversion (SVN)
• Proficiency with requirement management toolchains: IBM Rational DOORS Next Generation
• Proficiency of automotive communication protocols, including: J1939, CAN, KWP-2000, UDS is desired.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment with strong organizational skills.
• Proven success managing workload; and willingness, flexibility, and initiative to respond to shifting time, priority, and project demands.
• Ability to travel up to 15% including international travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing control system architecture, technical requirements and component design specifications for PACCAR powertrain, vehicle, and autonomous control systems.
• Analyze, interpret, and provide feedback on control system architecture, requirements, designs, and verification / validation tests for conformance to product and customer requirements.
• Help gather data and analyze control system performance utilizing test equipment and other standard EE lab equipment for verification and validation of embedded software products.
• Assist in performing troubleshooting and first-line diagnosis of issues, detailed analysis, root-cause investigation, problem resolution and defect reporting.
• Interact with team members, field technicians, suppliers and other personnel within the company and provide on-site & off-site control system support.
• Work to develop professional relationships through collaboration, respect, professionalism, trust and integrity.

Skills

Powertrain knowledge

Vehicle management

Control systems

Java

C++

Embedded Linux

Kanzi UX/UI

MATLAB/Simulink

Rational DOORS Next Gen

GIT/SVN

J1939/CAN

Travel 15%

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

Advanced degree or P.E.

Tools

Rational DOORS Next Gen

GIT SVN

MATLAB Simulink

Rational Rhapsody

Job description

PACCAR's Embedded Engineering Team in Mount Vernon, WA, seeks an engineer to develop powertrain, vehicle, ADAS, and autonomous control systems for PACCAR trucks. You will define architecture, requirements and software for embedded systems using our engineering process, collaborating globally with Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF teams.

The role requires a STEM degree, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with Java/C++/Embedded Linux, MATLAB/Simulink, and DOORS Next Gen.