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PACCAR Inc. Vehicle Calibration Technician in Mount Vernon, Washington
Job Title: Vehicle Calibration Technician Requisition Summary We are looking for a driven technician to join our Vehicle Calibration team. This role will support a team of engineers that focuses on the calibration and in-vehicle verification of heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicle functions. The selected individual will work in a global, cross-divisional, and innovative team to support the development and calibration of "Best in Class" vehicle functions for North America. 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 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. The PACCAR Technical Center provides engineering excellence to the truck, engine, and winch divisions of PACCAR Inc through innovative product development and testing. The Technical Center is located in the Skagit Valley about 65 miles north of Seattle, Washington. 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 The PACCAR Technical Center provides engineering excellence to the truck, engine, and winch divisions of PACCAR Inc through innovative product development and testing. The Technical Center is located in the Skagit Valley about 65 miles north of Seattle, Washington. Job Functions / Responsibilities Prepares and installs test instrumentation on Class 5-8 vehicles Manages and coordinates work orders for the vehicle calibration team's fleet of vehicles to ensure timely resolution of electrical and mechanical vehicle issues. Remove and replace test parts before and after testing Troubleshoot test vehicle issues that affect instrumentation operation of the truck during test Maintain organize project documentation: communications activity status and issues in a timely fashion Maintain the highest level of work area cleanliness and organization Performs duties safely and efficiently with minimal supervision Collect, monitor, and process test data Develop specialize test equipment as needed Operate vehicle ECU monitoring software such as ATI Vision Maintains positive working relationships with other groups and PACCAR divisions Education Requirements Associate in Technical Arts degree in Diesel Power Technology, Instrumentation Technology, or equivalent Or High school graduate with vocational training and 3+ years of experience in automotive repair & maintenance. Required Qualifications Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or ability and desire to obtain Basic knowledge of in-vehicle engine calibration, data acquisition systems, OBD, and engine control systems Basic 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 summarize technical issues and communicate effectively Self-directed, excellent analysis and technical 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 travel up to 10% Desired Qualifications Experience with diesel engines and Class 5-8 vehicles Experience with BEV powertrains 2+ years of experience supporting vehicle development, integration, or test