ECU HIL Test Engineer – Vehicle Controls

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

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Pension plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Healthcare plans

Flexible spending account (FSA/HSA)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

PACCAR Electronics in Mount Vernon, WA seeks an experienced ECU Test Engineer to validate ECU software through Hardware-in-the-Loop testing and collaborate with product teams to enhance software quality and test coverage.

The role focuses on delivering reliable systems on schedule, with travel up to 10%, including international destinations. A strong background in engineering and testing is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of relevant industrial experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10%, including internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain test plans and test cases to ensure full requirements coverage and high-quality software validation.
• Plan and manage testing activities within assigned domains, tracking progress and reporting status to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including software development, electrical engineering, control system development, IT, and test engineering—to troubleshoot issues and ensure seamless integration.
• Continuously enhance testing processes by increasing automation, improving test efficiency, and implementing best practices for quality assurance.

Skills

Written/verbal communication

Industrial experience

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/computer science

Job description

PACCAR Electronics in Mount Vernon, WA seeks an experienced ECU Test Engineer to validate ECU software through Hardware-in-the-Loop testing and collaborate with product teams to enhance software quality and test coverage.

The role focuses on delivering reliable systems on schedule, with travel up to 10%, including international destinations. A strong background in engineering and testing is essential for success.