What are the responsibilities and job description for the Customer Field Test Engineer (GR 25) position at PACCAR?
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Date: Jul 13, 2026
Location: Mount Vernon, WA, US, 98273-9671
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Company: PACCAR
Requisition Summary
We are seeking a Customer Field Test (CFT) Engineer to support the Powertrain Validation team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and monitoring all assigned North American powertrain field test, monitor field tests of new or modified components and be responsible for customer and dealer interface to assure correct component installation and maintenance. The position compiles results and assists in failure analysis. They will be on-call to support customer issues during off-shift hours, as well as working with customers and Service Dealers at their sites requiring up to 30% travel.
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!
Division Information
The PACCAR Technical Center provides excellence in engineering 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
Plans, coordinates, and conducts moderately scoped projects with minimal supervision, including analyzing requests, defining requirements, and developing preliminary project plans, budgets, and schedules.
Designs test fixtures and specifies required instrumentation, equipment, vehicles, loading configurations, and data‑processing techniques, while also supporting test setup, verifying equipment readiness, and performing preliminary data checks.
Leads and participates in data collection, analysis, field testing, and development of new or improved test methodologies, ensuring accurate results and continuous improvement.
Prepares and presents reports, results, conclusions, recommendations, and performance or reliability observations to divisions or management as needed.
Fosters strong communication and productive working relationships across departments and with all levels of management.
Qualifications
5 years of relevant work experience
Ability to work well in a team environment
Excellent technical and communications skills
Experience coordinating technical work within and between organizations
Knowledge of commercial vehicle technologies and customer usage patterns
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Self-directed and have demonstrated high levels of resourcefulness, initiative, and innovation
Ability to manage personal workload and willingness, flexibility and initiative to respond to shifting time and project demands
Mechanical aptitude and experience preferred
Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, Systems, or related discipline) required.
Paccar Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
Competitive salary and 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, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
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 program
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for Customer Field Test Engineer is $90,400 - $141,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above. This position is also eligible for a holiday gift. #LI-ZP1
Job Segment: Product Development, Test Engineer, Field Engineer, Research, Engineering, Automotive, Customer Service
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Date: Jul 13, 2026
Location: Mount Vernon, WA, US, 98273-9671
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Company: PACCAR
Requisition Summary
We are seeking a Customer Field Test (CFT) Engineer to support the Powertrain Validation team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and monitoring all assigned North American powertrain field test, monitor field tests of new or modified components and be responsible for customer and dealer interface to assure correct component installation and maintenance. The position compiles results and assists in failure analysis. They will be on-call to support customer issues during off-shift hours, as well as working with customers and Service Dealers at their sites requiring up to 30% travel.
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!
Division Information
The PACCAR Technical Center provides excellence in engineering 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
Plans, coordinates, and conducts moderately scoped projects with minimal supervision, including analyzing requests, defining requirements, and developing preliminary project plans, budgets, and schedules.
Designs test fixtures and specifies required instrumentation, equipment, vehicles, loading configurations, and data‑processing techniques, while also supporting test setup, verifying equipment readiness, and performing preliminary data checks.
Leads and participates in data collection, analysis, field testing, and development of new or improved test methodologies, ensuring accurate results and continuous improvement.
Prepares and presents reports, results, conclusions, recommendations, and performance or reliability observations to divisions or management as needed.
Fosters strong communication and productive working relationships across departments and with all levels of management.
Qualifications
5 years of relevant work experience
Ability to work well in a team environment
Excellent technical and communications skills
Experience coordinating technical work within and between organizations
Knowledge of commercial vehicle technologies and customer usage patterns
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Self-directed and have demonstrated high levels of resourcefulness, initiative, and innovation
Ability to manage personal workload and willingness, flexibility and initiative to respond to shifting time and project demands
Mechanical aptitude and experience preferred
Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, Systems, or related discipline) required.
Paccar Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
Competitive salary and 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, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
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 program
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for Customer Field Test Engineer is $90,400 - $141,800 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above. This position is also eligible for a holiday gift. #LI-ZP1
Job Segment: Product Development, Test Engineer, Field Engineer, Research, Engineering, Automotive, Customer Service
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Salary : $90,400 - $141,800