Global Powertrain Validation Engineer: ICE DVP&R Lead

PACCAR Inc; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

PACCAR seeks an Internal Combustion Engine Validation Engineer to lead planning and execution of engine, powertrain, and vehicle validation activities within the Global Powertrain department.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Test, Quality and Manufacturing to define validation requirements, develop risk-based DVP&R, manage budgets and resources, analyze results, and drive mitigation actions to ensure successful product launches.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engine/powertrain/vehicle validation experience.
• Experience developing and executing DVP&R and validation plans.
• Knowledge of durability, reliability, performance, and emissions testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage risk-based DVP&R for engine, powertrain, and vehicle programs.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing and test teams to define validation requirements.
• Create, standardize and improve global validation procedures and test protocols.
• Ensure test plans are complete, aligned with objectives and executed effectively.
• Coordinate validation activities with internal and external test resources.
• Support validation budgets, resource forecasting and test equipment planning.
• Analyze test results and communicate risks, issues, and actions.
• Develop validation metrics and provide status updates to leadership.
• Identify validation risks and drive mitigation plans for launches.
• Conduct supplier assessments and technical reviews for testing needs.

Skills

Engine validation

Powertrain testing

Data analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering

Job description

PACCAR seeks an Internal Combustion Engine Validation Engineer to lead planning and execution of engine, powertrain, and vehicle validation activities within the Global Powertrain department.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Test, Quality and Manufacturing to define validation requirements, develop risk-based DVP&R, manage budgets and resources, analyze results, and drive mitigation actions to ensure successful product launches.