Vehicle Performance Test Engineer

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 also designs and manufactures advanced power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes 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

Peterbilt Motors Company
On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride.  Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

This position is based at Peterbilt’s Plant in Denton, Texas, where we have been headquartered since 1980. In Denton, we have manufactured, supported, and distributed over 1 million trucks. Our employees take great pride in our products. We are recognized as a premier employer and valued partner in the local community

Requisition Summary

Seeking an energetic, independent engineer with interest in creating, defining, and launching the next generation of industry-leading trucks.  Primary responsibility will be planning, executing, and reporting on vehicle performance tests through the position of a Vehicle Performance Test Engineer in the Vehicle Performance group.

The Vehicle Performance Test Engineer will be responsible for a wide range of test activities, including planning and execution, analysis and reporting, equipment maintenance and calibration, and work area organization. The focus will be on the Vehicle Performance Properties of Fuel Economy, NVH, and Ride.  Responsibilities will also include general test activities such as temperature measurements, displacement measurements, CANbus data logging, and Noise Compliance testing.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to:

• Develop and execute test plans based on internal requests
• Identify, locate, and acquire necessary test equipment
• Design, develop, maintain, and/or calibrate test equipment to support testing needs
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of test equipment storage and work area
• Identify and acquire tools and other accessories necessary to maintain equipment
• Instrument and de-instrument test articles, collect and analyze data, generate reports, present findings, and maintain an archive of results
• Lead and/or participate in the planning, execution, data analysis, etc. of off-site test activities
• Support testing activities lead by others as necessary
• Conduct in-depth data analysis to reveal root causes and present findings to management and others to initiate changes for improvement
• Conduct research, concept development, and evaluations incidental to Vehicle Performance Properties
• Conduct Vehicle Performance Property testing and data analysis to establish performance targets
• Support and/or lead other activities as requested and/or necessary
• Up to 10% travel to customer sites to collect data and resolve performance concerns may be required

Qualifications and Skills

• BS in Engineering or related field required
• Previous testing experience required
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
• Proficient and/or experienced in conducting data analysis and generating graphs/charts preferred
• Previous test equipment development, maintenance, and calibration experience preferred
• Experience managing multiple projects preferred
• Experience presenting to Sr. Management and leading others through non-direct reporting roles preferred
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) or strong desire to obtain required
• Knowledge of and/or experience in heavy truck components and systems preferred
• Experience utilizing PTC Creo as a design tool preferred

General Description of Benefits

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

• 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 (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

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation. Peterbilt 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.

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