Control System Engineer
PACCAR · Lewisville, TX, US, 75067 · United States · On-site
Pay: USD 90,400 – 141,800 a year
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As a Control System Engineer, you will play a key role in the development and validation of next-generation powertrain control systems for advanced vehicle applications. You will guide system development throughout the product lifecycle by managing requirements, collaborating with suppliers, coordinating validation activities, and partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable, and high-performing solutions. This position offers a unique opportunity to expand your technical and project leadership skills while working across software, electrical, mechanical, and embedded systems disciplines in a dynamic engineering environment.
Location : Lewisville, TX
Job Responsibilities
Lead supplier and engineering activities to deliver powertrain control solutions that meet program, quality, cost, and timing objectives.
Evaluate and provide technical direction on powertrain control system architectures, requirements, designs, and validation strategies.
Drive issue resolution through systematic troubleshooting, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and defect management.
Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to develop, integrate, validate, and launch vehicle control systems.
Lead pilot builds and vehicle integration activities, providing technical guidance and ensuring successful system implementation.
Develop and execute FMEAs and validation plans to reduce risk and improve system quality, reliability, and performance.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline.
5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
Experience designing, developing, and troubleshooting embedded systems using microcontrollers and common peripherals, including GPIO, PWM, timers, ADC/DAC, UART, SPI, I2C, and CAN.
Strong understanding of vehicle network architectures and automotive communication protocols, including SAE J1939-21 (CAN) and J1939-22 (CAN FD).
Experience with requirements management and traceability tools such as IBM DOORS Next Generation, Siemens Polarion ALM, PTC Codebeamer, or similar platforms.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts across cross-functional teams.
Ability to travel up to 10%, including international travel.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Master's degree in Engineering or a related STEM field, and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Experience with functional safety and cybersecurity standards, including ISO 26262 and ISO/SAE 21434.
Knowledge of powertrain systems, vehicle controls, and electrical architectures.
Experience supporting system integration, vehicle testing, validation, and product launch activities.
Experience conducting Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and developing verification and validation test plans
About PACCAR
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