Climatic Chassis Dyno Test Technician (2nd Shift)

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

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

PACCAR Technical Center in Mount Vernon, WA seeks a Climatic Chassis Dynamometer Support Technician to assist engineering staff with testing PACCAR commercial vehicles in a CCD facility. You will prepare and load test vehicles, drive a class 8 truck on the dynamometer, and help analyze data using specialized software.

The role requires 5+ years of mechanical experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently or with a team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience with excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient in troubleshooting vehicle issues, powertrain and powertrain electronics.
• Good computer skills.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to manage personal workload and flexibility to respond to shifting time demands.
• Must be capable of operating a heavy-duty commercial vehicle on the chassis dynamometer.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and installs a heavy-duty vehicle for climatic chassis dynamometer test.
• Drives the truck on the chassis dynamometer; CDL license preferred but not required.
• Troubleshoot test vehicle issues that affect operation of the truck on the chassis dynamometer.
• Maintain organized project documentation - communicates activity, status and issues in a timely fashion.
• Run vehicle tests and maintain test section 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 chassis dynamometer test cell equipment under direction.
• Maintain the highest level of work area cleanliness and organization.
• Perform duties safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Heavy-duty vehicle operation

Troubleshooting

Computer skills

Independent / team work

Workload management

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Associate in Technical Arts in Diesel Power Technology

Job description

PACCAR Technical Center in Mount Vernon, WA seeks a Climatic Chassis Dynamometer Support Technician to assist engineering staff with testing PACCAR commercial vehicles in a CCD facility. You will prepare and load test vehicles, drive a class 8 truck on the dynamometer, and help analyze data using specialized software.

The role requires 5+ years of mechanical experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently or with a team.