CCD Test Engineer: Powertrain Emissions & Durability

PACCAR; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PACCAR’s Mount Vernon facility seeks a Climatic Chassis Dynamometer (CCD) Test Engineer to lead and support dynamometer testing of heavy-duty powertrain systems. You will mentor CCD staff and drive improvements in testing practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and delivering high-quality data to internal and external customers.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in a collaborative environment at the Engine Test Laboratory, supporting PACCAR’s European and North American

Qualifications

• 5+ years of applicable experience with at least 3 years performing powertrain testing.
• Knowledge of diesel engine and exhaust aftertreatment system operation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Self-motivation and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct performance, durability, and emissions testing of heavy-duty diesel and battery electric powertrain systems to support program goals for PACCAR's European and North American divisions.
• Support PACCAR organizations by testing and validating new engine, aftertreatment, and battery electric vehicle hardware and software.
• Mentor CCD technical staff on cell and engine operation, emissions measurement practices, data analysis, and quality validation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the quality and efficiency of powertrain testing, emissions measurement, and data processing in the CCD.
• Work with the CCD team to perform facility and software upgrades to ensure compliance with 40 CFR Part 1066.
• Support PACCAR organizations by providing and improving testing tools used to calibrate, evaluate, and validate new engine and aftertreatment hardware and software.
• Improve existing test protocols to increase automation and test cell utilization.
• Develop methods to align test protocols, data processing tools, and testing methods.

Skills

Powertrain testing

Diesel engine knowledge

Mentorship

Independent work

Emissions testing

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

AVL

PUMA

CONCERTO

ATI Vision

Job description

PACCAR’s Mount Vernon facility seeks a Climatic Chassis Dynamometer (CCD) Test Engineer to lead and support dynamometer testing of heavy-duty powertrain systems. You will mentor CCD staff and drive improvements in testing practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and delivering high-quality data to internal and external customers.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership in a collaborative environment at the Engine Test Laboratory, supporting PACCAR’s European and North American