Project Lead Engineer - Global Powertrain Validation

PACCAR Technical Center; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Minimum paid time off (vacation/hols)

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a Project Lead Engineer for Global Powertrain Validation to lead and coordinate validation activities across the product lifecycle for internal combustion engine programs.

You will serve as the focal point between engineering, validation teams, suppliers, program management, and leadership, driving DVPs, software releases, failure analysis, and issue resolution while communicating complex technical information to both engineering teams and executive leadership.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of product development within automotive sector or related experience.
• Understanding of powertrain systems and product development processes.
• Outstanding organizational, planning and tracking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and guide activities to ensure timely results per specification.
• Ensure FRACAS entries are completed, and issues resolved.
• Align decisions within the project core team with the project plan.
• Define, track, and analyze KPI test metrics (coverage, pass/fail, inflow/outflow).
• Initiate validation plan development and risk analysis for priority items.
• Identify discrepancies between validation direction and project management.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer between specialists and team members.
• Set Engineering Team meeting agendas for awareness or escalation.
• Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Skills

Powertrain knowledge

Project management

Organization & planning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering

Job description

Requisition Summary

The PACCAR Global Powertrain Validation department is seeking a highly motivated Project Lead Engineer for internal combustion engine programs. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating global validation activities throughout the product development lifecycle. The candidate will also provide technical leadership and project oversight for hardware and software validation efforts, ensuring the powertrain meets performance, durability, reliability, emissions and customer requirements.

The Project Lead Engineer serves as the focal point between engineering, validation teams, suppliers, program management, and leadership, driving execution of Design Verification Plans (DVPs), software releases, failure analysis, and issue resolution. The position requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively to both engineering teams and executive leadership.

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high‑quality light-, medium- and heavy‑duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Coordinate and guide activities following agreed procedures to ensure timely availability of results aligned with agreed specification.
• Responsible for ensuring department FRACAS entries are completed, and ensuring required activities for resolution are completed.
• Ensure alignment on decision making in the project core team so deliverables align with project plan.
• Define, track, and analyze KPI's (test coverage, pass/fail rates, inflow vs outflow).
• Initiate validation plan development and risk analysis for priority.
• Identify discrepancies between direction given by validation manager and project management.
• Ensure knowledge transfer between specialists and team members to utilize best practices.
• Set Engineering Team meeting agenda for topics of awareness or escalation.
• Up to 20% of travel (domestic and international)

Qualifications

• 7+ years of product development within automotive sector or related experience.
• Understanding of powertrain systems and product development processes.
• Outstanding organizational, planning and tracking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.

Paccar Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short-and long-term disability program
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for Project Lead Engineer - Global Powertrain Validation is $104,100 - $162,900 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.