Electrical Engineer - Autonomous Vehicle Platform

Hiring level

Hiring level will be commensurate with experience and skills

Duties

• Interface with Product Planning, Marketing & Sales, and Management to evaluate customer requirements and definition of vehicle level targets that support launching the next generation autonomous trucks
• Engineering, problem resolution, training and other engineering duties supporting various aspects of heavy truck production

Scope of work

• Project definition
• Mature ideas through concept development
• Final design development
• Validation planning
• Testing support
• Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers
• Launching product into production

Job Responsibilities

• Develop technical requirement specifications for redundant power distribution and other ADS related components
• Integrate ADS related electrical/electronic features/requirements into Peterbilt/PACCAR vehicles
• Perform the design and development of assigned elements of wiring harnesses, system level schematics, and other embedded electronic control modules
• Manage engineering and project management processes to maintain schedule, budget, and functionality
• Plan and track validation testing of components
• Support product launch at vehicle assembly plants
• Ensure industry leading quality and reliability is met/maintained/exceeded on all components
• Provide interface documentation to wiring design, system architect(s), and mechanical design group
• Contribute to development of procedures and practices that ensure quality and reliable electric/electronic systems
• Complete engineering change notice documentation to manage old and new parts
• Initial packaging/space claim studies of AVP components/systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of DC power distribution, management, protection, fusing, and routing systems
• Knowledge of DC power storage, conversion, and generation related to low voltage power systems
• Knowledge of and/or experience in heavy truck assembly, components, troubleshooting and electrical systems preferred
• Knowledge of and/or experience troubleshooting heavy truck electrical systems
• Experience developing vehicle systems is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required
• Handles multiple tasks, takes initiative, team player, problem-solver, professional and effective communication skills (written and verbal) is required
• Willing to learn and use new engineering processes and techniques and be resourceful in solving complex technical problems
• Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience using Pro-E or other 3D CAD software and Mentor Graphics will be given preference
• Previous design experience of parts and assemblies will be given preference
• Proficiency using Requirements Management tools, Systems Engineering tools, or also desired

Benefits

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• 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 programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift

General Description Of Benefits

• Full range of benefit options including:
• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• 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 programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• This position is also eligible for a holiday gift

Additional Job Board Information

• PACCAR is an E-Verify & Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation
• PACCAR promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups – The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women’s Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership and Development (B.O.L.D), and LGBTQ+ Advocate support group