Powertrain CCD Test Engineer – Climate & Emissions

PACCAR Inc; Mount Vernon, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + 401k

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PACCAR’s Climatic Chassis Dynamometer (CCD) Test Engineer will be based at the Engine Test Laboratory in Mount Vernon, Washington. The role leads and supports CCD testing for internal and external customers, contributing to powertrain testing and validation while mentoring teammates in a collaborative, hands‑on environment.

The position requires deep powertrain testing knowledge, diesel engine/exhaust aftertreatment familiarity, and the ability to drive improvements in testing methods, tooling,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with powertrain testing.
• Knowledge of diesel engine and exhaust aftertreatment systems.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Self-motivation and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct performance, durability, and emissions testing of heavy‑duty diesel and BEV powertrains.
• Test and validate new engine, aftertreatment, and battery electric vehicle hardware/software.
• Mentor CCD staff on operation, emissions measurement, data analysis, and quality validation.
• Identify process improvements to improve test quality and efficiency.
• Support upgrades to ensure compliance with 40 CFR Part 1066 and enhance instrumentation.

Job description

PACCAR’s Climatic Chassis Dynamometer (CCD) Test Engineer will be based at the Engine Test Laboratory in Mount Vernon, Washington. The role leads and supports CCD testing for internal and external customers, contributing to powertrain testing and validation while mentoring teammates in a collaborative, hands‑on environment.

The position requires deep powertrain testing knowledge, diesel engine/exhaust aftertreatment familiarity, and the ability to drive improvements in testing methods, tooling,