Thermal Management Technician

PACCAR; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401k with up to

Fully funded pension plan

Paid time off: vacation, holidays, and

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

FSAs and HSAs

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

EAP services

Growth opportunities

Collaborative colleagues

Job summary

PACCAR Technical Center seeks an experienced Technician to support engineering staff and test operations within the Thermal Management Group (TMG). This hands-on role prepares medium- and heavy-duty trucks for lab and field testing, installs instrumentation and data acquisition systems, and operates test equipment under engineering direction.

The position involves installing test vehicles, performing pre-test inspections, and troubleshooting instrumentation issues while maintaining thorough

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Working knowledge of automotive cooling and climate control systems.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage workload and adapt to shifting priorities and project demands.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and work around vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and install test instrumentation on commercial trucks for testing.
• Install and configure data acquisition and monitoring equipment.
• Install test vehicles in the test facility, including dynamometer and data acquisition setup.
• Perform pre-test inspections and channel checks to ensure proper data collection.
• Operate thermal test facility equipment, including engine loading and ambient condition controls, while monitoring truck performance and data acquisition systems.
• Operate engine monitoring software such as ATI and DAVIE.
• Remove and replace test parts during testing.
• Troubleshoot issues affecting the test vehicle or instrumentation.
• Maintain organized project documentation and communicate activity status and issues in a timely manner.
• Perform duties safely and efficiently with minimal supervision after training.
• Support test facility and laboratory maintenance as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test processes.

Skills

Automotive cooling systems

Microsoft Office proficiency

Independent and collaborative teamwork

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree in Diesel Technology, Automotive Technology, Instrumentation, or related field

Job description

Requisition Summary

PACCAR Technical Center is seeking an experienced Technician to support engineering staff and test operations within the Thermal Management Group (TMG). This hands‑on role involves preparing medium- and heavy-duty trucks for laboratory and field testing, installing instrumentation and data acquisition systems, operating test equipment under engineering direction, and supporting thermal systems evaluations.

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 premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates 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. Get started!

Division Information

The PACCAR Technical Center provides engineering excellence to the truck, engine, and winch divisions of PACCAR Inc through innovative product development and testing. The Technical Center is located in the Skagit Valley about 65 miles north of Seattle, Washington.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Prepare and install test instrumentation on commercial trucks for testing.
• Install and configure data acquisition and monitoring equipment.
• Install test vehicles in the test facility, including dynamometer and data acquisition setup.
• Perform pre-test inspections and channel checks to ensure proper data collection.
• Operate thermal test facility equipment, including engine loading and ambient condition controls, while monitoring truck performance and data acquisition systems.
• Operate engine monitoring software such as ATI and DAVIE.
• Remove and replace test parts during testing.
• Troubleshoot issues affecting the test vehicle or instrumentation.
• Maintain organized project documentation and communicate activity status and issues in a timely manner.
• Perform duties safely and efficiently with minimal supervision after training.
• Support test facility and laboratory maintenance as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Working knowledge of automotive cooling and climate control systems.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage workload and adapt to shifting priorities and project demands.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and work around vehicles.

Education

Associate degree in Diesel Technology, Automotive Technology, Instrumentation, or a related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience.

Paccar Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 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 "TMG Technician" is $80,800 - $120,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.