Automotive Diagnostic Software Engineer

PACCAR Inc; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Pension plan

PTO

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/Dental/Vision

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a Diagnostic Software Developer to design and implement diagnostic algorithms and tools for heavy‑duty vehicle electronics. This role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, service, validation, IT, and suppliers to deliver reliable diagnostic software and guided procedures.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in automotive electronics, hands-on diagnostics, and experience with CAN/J1939/LIN networks, and must be comfortable traveling up to 5%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience with automotive electronic systems, including hands-on diagnostics.
• Experience with automotive networks (CAN, SAE J1939, LIN) preferred.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, results-oriented team environment.
• Strong problem-solving, written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience creating technical documentation for production and service.
• Willingness to grow personally and professionally.
• Travel domestically or internationally up to 5%.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and implement diagnostic algorithms, software, interfaces, and toolset solutions.
• Develop guided diagnostic procedures using a visual logic development environment and Agile methods.
• Own and evolve diagnostic toolset requirements, standards, and implementation approaches with global stakeholders.
• Support manufacturing launch activities and cross-functional rollout efforts.
• Create and review architecture definitions, and technical documentation.
• Work with global teams to address worldwide requirements and local content needs.
• Collaborate with Toolset EU, Diagnostics NA, and Vehicle Software Delivery ITD NA to deliver solutions.

Skills

Automotive electronics

Diagnostics development

Vehicle networks CAN SAE J1939 LIN

Fast-paced teamwork

Problem solving & communication

Technical documentation

Growth mindset

Travel up to 5%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Job description

PACCAR is seeking a Diagnostic Software Developer to design and implement diagnostic algorithms and tools for heavy‑duty vehicle electronics. This role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, service, validation, IT, and suppliers to deliver reliable diagnostic software and guided procedures.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in automotive electronics, hands-on diagnostics, and experience with CAN/J1939/LIN networks, and must be comfortable traveling up to 5%.