Senior Global ePowertrain Validation Engineer

PACCAR Inc; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/dental/vision

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP services

Growth opportunities

Collaborative team

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking an experienced ePowertrain Validation Engineer to lead test plan development, establish robust DVP&Rs, and coordinate validation activities across global test facilities. You will report progress, assess risks, and work with engineering to align with program schedules and budgets.

The role requires a strong background in powertrain validation, DFMEA/DVP&R, and experience presenting technical results to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• 7+ years powertrain, vehicle or related validation experience.
• Strong understanding of powertrain systems and product development processes.
• Prior experience with risk mitigation methods such as DFMEA and DVP&R.
• Knowledge of durability, reliability, performance, emissions, and environmental testing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to present to diverse audiences.
• Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive test plan development aligned with powertrain and vehicle programs.
• Collaborate with engineering, safety and compliance, and testing departments to develop and maintain an accurate DVP&R that mitigates risk and supports powertrain and vehicle program timelines across all truck divisions.
• Develop validation procedures and test protocols for global test departments.
• Coordinate validation activities with internal and external test resources to meet timing and quality targets.
• Support program management with validation budget details, including test equipment.
• Analyze test results and communicate performance, risks, issues, and recommended actions.
• Supply metrics and provide written and verbal updates to communicate project updates, risks/gaps of powertrain program timelines and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support design reviews, FMEA activities, root cause investigations, and corrective action development.
• Perform Supplier visits and evaluate/establish test protocols and DVP&R
• Up to 30% travel (domestic and international)

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Powertrain knowledge

DFMEA/DVP&R

Durability testing

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering / Automotive Engineering or related field

Job description

PACCAR is seeking an experienced ePowertrain Validation Engineer to lead test plan development, establish robust DVP&Rs, and coordinate validation activities across global test facilities. You will report progress, assess risks, and work with engineering to align with program schedules and budgets.

The role requires a strong background in powertrain validation, DFMEA/DVP&R, and experience presenting technical results to diverse audiences.