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PACCAR Inc. Validation Coordinator in Kirkland, Washington
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, manufacturing, and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates andalso 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! Requisition Summary PACCAR's Zero Emissions department is focused on new technologies such as battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell electric, and advanced vehicle concepts that eliminate harmful emissions in the heavy and medium-duty transportation industries. Our mission is to create the world's best zero-emissions products for our customers and our communities. Our teams are comprised of bright minds and friendly personalities, and we thrive on engaging collaboration that delivers top-performing trucks. The PACCAR Zero Emissions Powertrain department is developing new electrified components to support applications in the global product offerings under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, DAF, and Leyland brands. This role will collaborate closely with engineering and test departments to develop a comprehensive risk mitigation plan and ensure it is executed in alignment with the program schedule to support market introduction plans. The outgoing personality in this role will gather and communicate validation information, coordinate activities across global test facilities and maintain alignment with multiple vehicle integration programs. This role will also be responsible for reporting progress, participating in problem-solving, and adapting the validation plan to maintain the project schedule and budget. This position will reside in either Kirkland, WA, or Lewisville, TX. Job Functions / Responsibilities Collaborate with engineering, safety and compliance, and testing departments to develop and maintain an accurate DVP&R that mitigates risk and supports powertrain and vehicle program timelines across all truck divisions. Assist program management with validation budget details including test equipment Assure that comprehensive test plans are developed and aligned with powertrain and vehicle programs. Provide written and verbal updates to communicate status, changes, risks/gaps to vehicle program timelines and identify opportunities for improvement. Up to 10% travel (domestic and international) Qualifications BS Degree in engineering required or related technical field preferred. Prior experience with risk mitigation methods such as DFMEA and DVP&R. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to deliver technical presentations and written reports to diverse audiences. Demonstrated ability to work with a team to achieve timely objectives. Willingness to grow personally and professionally, ready to learn and make use of new processes and techniques. Be resourceful with problem solving approach. Willingness to be outgoing, and engaging, and demonstrated passion to deliver top-quality results. Prior experience managing data using Excel or similar tools. 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