Climatic Chassis Dynamometer (CCD) Test Engineer

Climatic Chassis Dynamometer (CCD) Test Engineer

Position Summary:

The Climatic Chassis Dynamometer (CCD) Test Engineer will work at PACCAR’s Engine Test Laboratory (ETL) in Mount Vernon, Washington.

Key responsibilities include running and managing CCD testing activities for internal and external customers as well as serving as a leader and mentor for technical staff.

This engineer will work in the CCD testing and validating PACCAR powertrain systems.

Company Information
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in thecommercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such asKenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture andcustomer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAFnameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to itsprincipal 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 withPACCAR. Get started!
Division Information

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

Job Functions / Responsibilities:

• Conduct performance, durability, and emissions testing of heavy-duty diesel along with battery electric powertrain systems to support program goals of European and North American PACCAR divisions
• Support PACCAR’s organizations by testing and validating new engine, aftertreatment, and battery electric vehicles hardware and software.
• Mentor CCD technical staff about cell and engine operation, emissions measurement practices, data analysis, and quality validation
• Identify and implement processes to improve the quality and efficiency of powertrain testing, emissions measurement, and data processing in the CCD
• Work with CCD team to perform facility and software upgrades for compliance with 40 CFR Part 1066
• Support PACCAR’s organizations by supplying and improving the testing tools used for calibrating, evaluating, and validating new engine and aftertreatment hardware and software
• Identify and implement processes to improve the quality and efficiency of powertrain testing, and data processing in the CCD
• Improve existing test protocols to increase automation and test cell utilization
• Develop methods to align test protocol, data processing tools and testing methods

Required Qualifications & Skills (Includes Education)

• BS degree in engineering
• Minimum 3 years work experience performing powertrain testing 
• Knowledge of diesel engine and exhaust aftertreatment system operation
• Ability to work with CCD and ETL technician staff, fostering teamwork and employee development
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Test cell experience performing heavy-duty on-highway engine development  
• Proficiency using AVL test cell automation systems and data analysis (PUMA and CONCERTO)
• Minimum 5 years work experience performing powertrain testing
• Experience with PACCAR engine and aftertreatment development tools (ATI Vision)
• Working knowledge of PACCAR products

• Mechanical aptitude and experience

PACCAR 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 and E-Verify Employer.
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 the Climatic Chassis Dynamometer (CCD) Test Engineer
is $84,000 - $131,700 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

This is a safety-sensitive position, and the pre-employment drug testing includes cannabis testing.  This guideline applies to U.S. locations only.

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