About the job K23 - Vehicle Calibration Engineer - Software Integration
Summary of Job
- Actively participates in the calibration, verification, release, and implementation of software
- Uses engineering principles and experience to integrate, calibrate, and optimize vehicle performance functionality via in-vehicle testing of vehicle control system software
- Develops and executes test plans for requirements verification and reports any discovered defects
- Provides technical feedback on proposed product changes
- Provides support to the running business group in the calibration, verification, and release of running change software releases
- Provides relevant input to the development, communication, and management of vehicle calibration plans, including timing, quality, and budget
- Translates customer requirements into software calibration data and configurations for the organization
- Collaborates with and provides support to the Control, Software, and Validation Teams with testing, root cause analysis, and defect resolution
- Contributes to on-time software releases and maintains calibration quality standards
- Stays current on software functionality and product requirements for their assigned functions
- Identifies opportunities or provides input for new initiatives to improve calibration and testing methods for higher efficiency and effectiveness
- Maintains a positive working relationships with other groups and PACCAR divisions
Required Qualifications- BS in appropriate technical field
- Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or ability and desire to obtain
- Knowledge of vehicle and powertrain management systems and performance
- Knowledge of automotive communication protocols: J1939, UDS, XCP, Ethernet, CAN-bus, LIN-bus
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
- Ability to effectively communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Self-directed, excellent analysis and engineering judgment required
- Organized and disciplined with ability to manage personal workload and a willingness and initiative to respond to shifting time and project demands
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs & enter/exit truck cabins repeatedly
- Ability to travel up to 10%
Desired Qualifications- 2+ years of experience with vehicle development, integration, or testing
- MS/MEng in technical field
- Experience with vehicle data acquisition systems and test equipment (e.g. ATI Vision, Vector CANape).
- Knowledge of diesel and electric powertrains on Class 5-8 vehicle applications
- Proficiency in using a programming or scripting language (e.g. Python, C++, or MATLAB) for developing testing and data analysis scripts
- Experience using software emulation tools to conduct testing
- Familiary with Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and/or SOTIF (ISO 21448)
- ISTQB Foundation Level knowledge or certification
