Electronic Architecture Engineer – Vehicle Networks & Systems

PACCAR Inc; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Comprehensive PTO

Job summary

PACCAR Electronics is seeking a motivated and experienced Electronic Architecture Engineer. The role focuses on translating requirements into architecture designs, integrating ECUs into vehicle systems, and ensuring robust communication across modular truck platforms.

You will own the architecture end-to-end and collaborate across disciplines to deliver scalable solutions. Requirements include a BS in Engineering, 3+ years in automotive or product development, and a strong systems mindset.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Systems) or related field.
• 3+ years of product development, systems engineering, or automotive/commercial vehicle experience.
• Strong systems mindset with a passion for architecture rather than component only-design.
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, evaluate tradeoffs, and make sound engineering decisions.

Responsibilities

• Architect next-generation vehicle network communication systems for heavy-duty trucks, with a focus on modular, scalable electronic architectures.
• Translate high-level functional specifications into network implementations, defining SPNs, hardwired I/O, and communication interfaces.
• Integrate ECUs across powertrain, chassis, cab, ADAS, battery-electric systems, and other emerging technologies.
• Develop and manage system-level requirements using model-based design principles, ensuring full traceability from customer needs through implementation.
• Serve as the team’s subject-matter expert for SAE J1939 while staying current on emerging protocols and industry standards.
• Review engineering change requests to ensure architectural integrity and avoid unintended cross-system impacts.
• Partner with software, controls, powertrain, calibration, validation, and functional design teams to ensure cohesive system delivery.
• Estimate, prioritize, and track architectural work across multiple vehicle programs.
• Collaborate globally with our DAF architecture team in Eindhoven on shared systems and platform elements.
• Perform root-cause analysis on field issues and work closely with verification teams to develop solutions.
• Drive improvements to architecture tools, processes, and methodologies.

Skills

Systems thinking

Architecture mindset

Cross-functional communication

Ambiguity navigation

Automotive knowledge

Education

B.S. in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Systems)

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

SysML

IBM DOORS

Jama

Job description

PACCAR Electronics is seeking a motivated and experienced Electronic Architecture Engineer. The role focuses on translating requirements into architecture designs, integrating ECUs into vehicle systems, and ensuring robust communication across modular truck platforms.

You will own the architecture end-to-end and collaborate across disciplines to deliver scalable solutions. Requirements include a BS in Engineering, 3+ years in automotive or product development, and a strong systems mindset.