PACCAR

Truck Systems & Software Liaison - Pilots

PACCAR  •  Denton, TX (Onsite)  •  9 days ago
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Job Description

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 also designs and manufactures advanced power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

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On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

Requisition Summary

The Truck Systems & Software Liaison team is part of the Resident Engineering department and is responsible for coordinating, escalating, and resolving vehicle software defects across all production operations. The position will focus specifically on software issues affecting all pilot (pre-implementation and validation) builds that run through the Denton plant. This role requires direct, hands-on engagement with vehicles on the plant floor and facility lot to validate issues, support trouble shooting, and ensure accurate documentation. The Liaison will work with Engineering/Software teams, Manufacturing, and Operations to drive containment and timely resolution of issues, enabling successful pilot build execution. This role also provides clear, consistent communication of build status and defect status to stakeholders at various levels within the PACCAR organization. This role plays a critical role in maintaining build quality, supporting production readiness, and ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams.

The hiring level of this person will be dependent upon related experience, skills, knowledge, and education. This position will require a self-motivated person who can operate with minimal supervision, has a strong technical background, can work across multiple engineering departments, and can drive results from all stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

  • Support pilot build execution by identifying, documenting, and coordinating the resolution of vehicle software defects encountered on the plant floor and offline lots.
  • Remain familiar with all truck software deployed in production (DAVIE, VEPS, Supplier Diagnostic Tools, FODF, CALID/CVN, ELF, GHG, EASOP…)
  • Perform hands-on validation of software-related issues on trucks, including physical inspection, basic diagnostics, and verification of fixes.
  • Document issues in PACCAR tracking systems, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and clarity for downstream engineering teams.
  • Communicate pilot build status, defect summaries, and emerging risks to stakeholders at various levels across the organization.
  • Participate in build events, reviews, and cross-functional meetings, providing updates and contributing insights related to software-related production issues.
  • Up to 25% travel may be required.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 7 years engineering experience
  • 1-3 years’ experience in the manufacturing, industrial engineering, electrical engineering field or software/electrical trouble shooting

Preferred Qualifications

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Proficiency in product change systems, issue tracking, and Bills of Material
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
  • Ability to work in teams and in a fast-paced environment.
  • Having a background with the following systems/software is preferred:
    • Production Programming & Diagnostics (DAVIE, VEPS, FODF, Supplier Diagnostic Tools)
    • Engineering Tools (Vector CANalyzer, ATI Vision, Kvaser)
    • Production & Order Processing Systems (OPS, COPICS, EWI, ELF, EASOP)
    • Project Management

General Description of Benefits

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
  • This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an E-Verify & Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation. Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups – The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women’s Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership and Development (B.O.L.D), and LGBTQ+ Advocate support group.

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About PACCAR

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. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services, information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Kenworth Truck Company builds premium commercial vehicles for sale in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Australia and for export throughout the world. Peterbilt Motors also designs, manufactures and distributes premium commercial vehicles in the US and Canada. DAF Trucks manufactures trucks in the Netherlands, Belgium, Brasil and the United Kingdom for sale throughout Western and Eastern Europe, and export to Asia, Africa, North and South America.

PACCAR Parts operates a network of parts distribution centers offering aftermarket support to Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF dealers and customers around the world. Aftermarket support includes customer call centers operating 24 hours a day throughout the year and technologically advanced systems to enhance inventory control and expedite order processing.

PACCAR Financial Services provides finance, lease and insurance services to dealers and customers in more than 100 countries including a portfolio of more than 175,000 trucks and trailers and total assets in excess of $12 billion. The group includes PACCAR Leasing, a major full-service truck leasing company in North America, with a fleet of over 39,000 vehicles.

Environmental responsibility is one of PACCAR’s core values. The company regularly develops new programs to help protect and preserve the environment and PACCAR has established ambitious goals to further reduce emissions and enhance fuel efficiency in its truck models.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Bellevue, WA
Year Founded
Unknown
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