Electrical Validation Engineer

Requisition Summary The successful candidate will manage validation projects for vehicle electrical components and systems. The engineer will define test requirements, design and construct lab test setups, and document results. This position communicates with multiple levels of management, external suppliers, customers, and project stakeholders. 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 and engine 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 Plans, coordinates, and conducts projects of moderate scope with minimal supervisionAnalyzes project requests, discusses project requirements with requestors, and formulates preliminary project plans, budgets, and schedules.Design test fixtures and specifies instrumentation, equipment, and data requirementsAssembles resources required for testing; works to resolve resource conflictsParticipates in set up of tests, verifies that test equipment and instrumentation meet specified requirements and performs preliminary data checksParticipates in data collection and analysis.Writes reports, as appropriate, incorporating results, conclusions, and recommendations.Undertakes tasks on projects of significant scope. May undertake larger projects with appropriate supervision. May take responsibility for major program activities.Develops and improves test methodologiesPresent results of test or investigative projects to divisions or management personnel.Fosters good communications.Establishes and maintains cooperative and productive work relations with all other departments.Communicates with manager, peers, and division personnel of work progress, support, problems, scheduling conflicts, or opportunities of which they should be aware.Travel up to 10% Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience validating electrical and embedded control systems or similar applicable experience requiredKnowledge of electrical circuit analysis fundamentalsExperience using typical electrical lab equipment (digital voltmeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc)Familiarity with Controller Area Network (CAN) operation, especially J1939 protocolAbility to work well in a team environmentAbility to summarize technical issues and communicate effectivelyAbility to manage personal workload and willingness, flexibility and initiative to respond to shifting time and project demandsSelf-directed, excellent analysis and technical judgment requiredStrong presentation skills Education BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or Equivalent required U.S. 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 matchFully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirementComprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leaveTuition 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 programLife and accidental death and dismemberment insuranceEAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and moreGlobal Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunitiesWork 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 Electrical Validation Engineer is $90,400 - $141,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.