##### Job Description :
**PACCAR Embedded Engineering organization** has an opening for an
**Application Software Engineer** who has interest in working on next
generation industry-leading trucks to join our company in **Lewisville, TX.**
**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 high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks
under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and
manufactures advanced diesel engines 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!
**PACCAR Embedded Engineering**
PACCAR Embedded Engineering is a rapidly expanding organization that is
transforming the way control systems and software are developed for commercial
vehicle applications. This includes developing the latest vehicle controls,
display technology, and autonomous truck solutions that exceed customer
expectations. You will collaborate with an international, cross-functional
team focused on driving superior technical solutions that maximize customer
uptime and operating efficiency. Successful applicants will demonstrate
individual creativity in addressing challenges and opportunities while working
within a supportive team to develop industry-leading solutions for the medium-
and heavy-duty truck industry.
**Summary**
PACCAR’s Embedded Engineering department, which serves both Kenworth and
Peterbilt, has an opening for an Application Software Engineer. Successful
candidates for this role will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their
respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for
perfection within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be able
to deliver critical program goals across multiple projects, and continue to
enhance PACCAR’s global functional and system development processes.
**Job Functions / Responsibilities**
*
Develop embedded software using C++ and MS Visual Studio per design of the
software for next generation electronic control units.
* Manage the source control and controlled release of software models to maintain schedule, budget, and functionality for projects.
* Participate in the planning and tracking of validation and usability studies of vehicle software module functionality.
* Test and implement software modifications to repair defects discovered during validation and test.
* Lead reviews to ensure industry leading embedded software development best practices are met with software models and modules.
* Work with vehicle property owners, product developers, system architects, and software architects to develop and maintain software-level technical requirements specifications.
* Contribute to development of procedures and practices that ensure continuous improvement of high quality, reliable software systems.
**Qualifications & Skills**
* Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent required. Recent graduates are welcomed to apply.
* 3+ years of development & release of automotive or commercial vehicle software or similar industry-related background preferred.
* Proficiency with GIT/Java /C++/ embedded Linux / Python / is required. Kanzi UX/UI experience is desirable. Experience with data structures, POSIX, Unity, Open GL a plus
* Proficiency using MATLAB/Simulink, logi.CAD, Rational Rhapsody, Subversion (SVN), and Requirements Management tools is desired.
* Engineering knowledge of heavy duty commercial truck systems and regulations preferred.
* Experience creating documentation including software requirements specifications, and engineering change notices.
* Solid understanding of Design for Six Sigma and Six Sigma techniques.
* Willing to learn and use new engineering processes and techniques and be resourceful in solving complex technical problems.
* Experience in product development and new product implementation.
* Able to work in a team environment.
* Familiarity with personal computer software including project management tools, word processing, flowchart/modeling, presentation, spreadsheets, and databases.
* Willingness to grow personally and professionally in a results-orientated environment.
* Travel up to 10%, including internationally.
**Why work for PACCAR/Kenworth?**
* 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 such as electric and autonomous trucks
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 that provides monthly benefits after retirement
* Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
* Tuition reimbursement for continued education
* Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
* 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 including 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
because of their race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex,
gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, mental or
physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or
veteran status or other legally protected status. This applies to recruitment,
selection, placement, promotion, termination, rates of pay, and other
conditions of employment.
