Software Release Engineer - Product Support

Software Release Engineer - Product Support

Date: Oct 16, 2024

Company: PACCAR

PACCAR Electronics Engineering organization has an immediate opening for an Electronics Software Release Engineer - Product Support to join our team in Kirkland, WA.

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.

Job Summary

PACCAR’s Global Electronics department has an opening for an Electronics Software Release Engineer - Product Support. This role is responsible for developing processes and managing issues from manufacturing and the field that are integrated with existing PACCAR Electronics Engineering processes to ensure accurate prioritization and timely resolution of defects.

Core responsibilities include software release and configuration issue resolution for all systems under Embedded Engineering’s control. Develop standard reports to track progress and performance of issue resolution.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Analyze issues related to Release control of software components and parameters for commercial vehicles.
• Release drawings to document software and calibration part number definition and parameter characteristics.
• Complete engineering change notice documentation to manage software & calibration parts and parameter definitions.
• Develop standard reports to track progress and performance of issue resolution.
• Evaluate and improve processes for selecting, configuring, composing, and delivering embedded software.
• Track and report the progress of support activities leading to product quality improvements.
• Support product launches at truck assembly plants as needed, and resolve field issues as identified.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing engineers.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure purchased software is delivered on time and correctly structured for PACCAR use.
• Up to 15% travel.

Qualifications & Skills

Required

• B.S. in Engineering (Electrical, Software, or Mechanical), Computer Science, or equivalent degree.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, lean, collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and planning/tracking skills.
• Competency with standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, etc.).
• Able to learn and use new processes and techniques and resourcefully solve complex technical issues.
• Ability to translate between customer-driven sales requirements and engineering-driven technical solutions.
• Commitment to reliability, value, and quality in all aspects of work.
• Willingness to grow continuously, both personally and professionally.
• 5+ years of design & release of automotive or commercial vehicle systems.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (MATLAB, C++, C#, etc.).
• Awareness of heavy-duty commercial truck regulations.
• Understanding of truck design and application as it impacts electrical/electronic systems.
• Basic understanding of J1939 Communication Protocol, UDS, and Automotive Ethernet.
• Specific experience or expertise in one or more of: Automotive HMI/Instrumentation/Driver Controls, Diesel Powertrain Control Systems, Vehicle Controls.

Why work for PACCAR?

• Global Fortune 500 Company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities.
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their fields.
• Support and/or design the commercial vehicles of the future with a focus on emerging technologies.

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.
• Comprehensive paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 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 include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR promotes equal employment opportunities by implementing policies and practices that ensure employees and applicants are not discriminated against.