PACCAR

Electrical Engineer - Vehicle Systems

PACCAR • $90K — $120K *
Denton, TX 76210In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in vehicle electrical systems
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proficient in handling multiple tasks and problem-solving
  • Strong experience with wiring harnesses and system integration
  • Experience with software tools like Pro-Engineer, Creo, and Mentor Graphics

Responsibilities

  • Develop and design vehicle electrical systems and components, focusing on wiring harnesses
  • Apply standard engineering practices to product development and problem resolution
  • Define and integrate electrical components and harnesses across various architectures
  • Support production builds with documentation and design releases
  • Manage assigned electrical components throughout the product lifecycle
  • Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including suppliers and customers
  • Conduct up to 10% travel as required

Benefits

  • 401k with up to a 5% company match
  • Fully funded pension plan for retirement benefits
  • Comprehensive paid time off including 10 vacation days and 12 holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans available for employees and their families
  • Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
  • Paid short-and long-term disability programs
  • Life and accidental death insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program with wellness plans and financial counseling
  • Eligible for a holiday gift
Full Job Description
Job Summary

This position is available for an experienced electrical engineer designing vehicle systems. Hiring level will commensurate with experience and skills.

Job Responsibilities

  • Responsible for engineering definition, development, design, validation, release, and production support of vehicle electrical systems and components, with emphasis on wiring harnesses and system integration.
  • Apply standard electrical engineering practices to support product development, problem resolution, validation activities, and production issues across multiple vehicle platforms.
  • Define, integrate, and support the placement of electrical and electronic components, harnesses, system interfaces, and harness routings across low-voltage and high-voltage architectures, including Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) systems such as high-voltage power distribution, equip bonding, grounding, and related safety components.
  • Support electrical system implementation for production builds, including documentation, design releases, and change management activities across vehicle programs.
  • Own assigned electrical components or subsystems, including requirements definition, interface coordination, validation planning, and maintenance of design documentation across the product lifecycle.
  • Must be able to work with a diverse set of stakeholders (PACCAR Divisions, Suppliers & Customers) and manage multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Up to 10 % travel can be expected


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Excellent professional interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) are required.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, take initiative, act as a team player, and a problem solver.
  • Strong experience with vehicle electrical systems, including wiring harnesses, electrical components, and system integration.
  • High level of initiative and demonstrated problem solving experience.
  • Experience with Microsoft office products.
  • Experience with Pro-Engineer, Creo, Windchill, Mentor Graphics, electrical system schematics and drawing interpretation.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Expertise with modeling complex systems with dynamic and thermal considerations and emphasis on weight control of a commercially viable final product.
  • Working knowledge of tools; Creo/Pro-Engineer, Windchill, and Siemens Capital (or equivalent).
  • Ability to work with Tier 1 partner integrating high voltage DC electric powertrain and control systems.
  • Working knowledge of electrical architectures such as battery packs, high-voltage distribution, converters, contactors/relays, and associated safety systems.
  • Hands on experience and manufacturing experience desired.


General Description of all 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
    • This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.


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About PACCAR

PACCAR Careers

Join the PACCAR team today and be part of a global leader known for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the automotive industry. At PACCAR, we offer a range of job opportunities that allow you to put your skills to work in a dynamic environment that fosters growth, leadership, and professional development.

Work You’ll Do

At PACCAR, we believe in empowering our employees to drive their career paths with robust support and resources. Engage in challenging projects that not only enhance your skills but also contribute to groundbreaking innovation and sustainable practices in the truck manufacturing industry.

Explore PACCAR’s Diverse Opportunities

Whether you're looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, PACCAR has a place for you. Our team is composed of dedicated professionals who bring their unique perspectives and skills to the table every day. We are committed to diversity and provide comprehensive diversity training to ensure an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued.

Innovate and Lead

Join a company that is at the forefront of the transportation sector, where innovation leads to real-world solutions and market leadership. PACCAR is not just about trucks; it's about technological advancements that revolutionize how the world moves.

Grow and Develop

PACCAR is deeply invested in the professional growth of its employees. With access to cutting-edge tools and technologies, our team members enjoy unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and skill enhancement through continuous learning and development programs.

Benefits and Culture

PACCAR’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and excellence. We offer competitive benefits to ensure the well-being of our employees and their families. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we provide the benefits that contribute to a healthy and secure future.

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Discover the wide range of employment opportunities at PACCAR. From engineering to sales, and from supply chain management to customer service, your next career step could be just around the corner. We are actively hiring and looking for ambitious individuals who are ready to make an impact.

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Learn more about PACCAR
Size
28,500 employees
Market Cap
$34.6 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1905
5 Year Trend
+6.7%
Revenue
$18.7 billion
NASDAQ
PCAR
* Ladders Estimates

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