Climatic Chassis CCD Test Technician – Heavy-Duty

PACCAR; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401k with up to

Fully funded pension plan

Comprehensive paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a Climatic Chassis Dynamometer Support Technician to support engineering staff in testing commercial vehicles at the CCD facility at the PACCAR Technical Center. You will prepare and instrument vehicles, operate the dynamometer, collect data, and ensure safety and documentation standards.

The role requires hands-on mechanical aptitude, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work independently or with a team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with mechanical testing and heavy-duty vehicle systems.
• Proficient at diagnosing powertrain and powertrain electronics issues.
• Strong computer skills and data analysis aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and installs a heavy-duty vehicle for climatic chassis dynamometer test.
• Drives the truck on the chassis dynamometer; CDL preferred but not required.
• Troubleshoot test vehicle issues that affect operation of the chassis dynamometer.
• Maintain organized project documentation and communicate status timely.
• Run vehicle tests and maintain test conditions using CCD control software.
• Install and program data acquisition equipment.
• Collect, monitor, and post-process test data.
• Develop specialized test equipment as needed.
• Operate engine monitoring software such as ATI and Canalyzer.
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment under direction.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Computer skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate in Technical Arts (Diesel Power)

Tools

ATI

Canalyzer

Data acquisition software

Job description

PACCAR is seeking a Climatic Chassis Dynamometer Support Technician to support engineering staff in testing commercial vehicles at the CCD facility at the PACCAR Technical Center. You will prepare and instrument vehicles, operate the dynamometer, collect data, and ensure safety and documentation standards.

The role requires hands-on mechanical aptitude, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work independently or with a team.