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PACCAR Inc. Project Manager Job in Mount Vernon, Washington
ThisProject Managerwill coordinate all activities of assigned engine development programs as directed. Candidates should expect to demonstrate an understanding of Diesel engine technology and development processes. The candidate needs to be able to work across multiple projects and teams across PACCAR to support assigned programs. The position will work with peers and managers at other PACCAR divisions to contribute to global alignment of engine development. Job Functions / Responsibilities * Coordinates all execution aspects of assigned programs as directed. * Liaises with the Test Management group on the execution of the Vehicle Test Plan in collaboration with the Line Leads and Project Lead Engineers. * Builds, manages, and tracks software and calibration content reviews and Go/No Go meetings with senior management. * Liaises with the Software Configuration Management team to facilitate seamless software signoff process for PACCAR Technical Center Engine Integration and Validation Teams. * Gathers inputs, builds and delivers software stakeholder management packages for applicable projects. * Gathers inputs, builds and delivers hardware content reviews. * Provides input to the development and maintenance of the program budget. * Communicates the status of assigned aspects of programs to engineering and program management. * Understands and works to resolve roadblocks impacting delivery of the program. * Liaises with program leads or equivalent across the global organization on the status of the execution of assigned programs. * Coordinates input and communication for Product Creation Process and tollgate processes. * Works on day-to-day basis with North American PACCAR Embedded System Development Team leads and Managers to ensure adequate and timely support for program execution. * Works with the Embedded Engineering Lead Process Engineer to communicate and coordinate the Global Software Configuration plan for NA PACCAR. . Required Qualifications * BS in appropriate technical field preferred. * PMP Certificate preferred. * 3 years of demonstrated individual contribution in that technical field. * 10+ years of relevant work experience. * Strong understanding of Powertrain Systems Development preferred. * Technical familiarity across disciplines to understand the potential impact of program changes * Team leadership skills. * Ability to summarize issues and communicate effectively in a cross-functional work environment. * Organized and disciplined with the ability to manage personal workload and the initiative to respond to shifting time and program demands. * Excellent oral and written communications skills; be comfortable briefing medium sized groups on technical program content. * Ability to travel on an occasional basis (Company Information PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology, and truck parts related to its principal 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 with PACCAR. Get started! Division Information For nearly 125 years, PACCAR has been on the leading edge of commercial transportation technology. PACCAR Powertrain is the newest business unit formed to take the industry in a direction meeting the needs of the 21st century. From axles and transmissions, to