Overview
On Site
USD 110,600.00 - 173,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Research and Development
Negotiations
Customer service
Customer support
Financial services
Information Technology
Design
Transportation
Leadership
Design of experiments
Reporting
Energy
Accounting
Purchasing
Management
Evaluation
Emerging technologies
Research
FOCUS
Communication
Innovation
Mechanical engineering
Electrical engineering
Systems engineering
Physics
FSA
Insurance
Planning
Finance
Counseling
Goal oriented
Job boards
Training
Job Details
Requisition Summary
This key position is located within the Advanced Technology organization at the PACCAR Technical Center. The Advanced Technology team is leading R&D projects in strategic technology domains including clean Diesel powertrains, Battery Electric Vehicles, Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicles, Charging Infrastructure, Autonomy and V2X Connectivity. Most of the team's development activities are incorporated into Department of Energy funded R&D programs.
The principal investigator Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) development will lead the development of the next generation FCEV class-8 vehicles together with Kenworth as part of the DOE funded Pacific North-West Hydrogen Hub program: . PACCAR is currently in the negotiation and contracting phase, for funding, deliverables, and overall program timing. Contract signing is expected to occur in Q2 2024. After contracting the Principal Investigator will continue to manage the technical progress reporting, ensure compliancy, and will be the first point of contact for all communication between the DOE and PACCAR
The goal of the FCEV development program is the definition of the production intend next generation FCEV leveraging the earlier demonstration programs using the Toyota Fuel Cell Powertrain kit. Key performance goals are summarized as; covering heavy-duty long-haul application, reduce cost of ownership, and increase overall technology maturity.
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 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!
Job Functions / Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or Engineering Physics discipline
Paccar Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:
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 Principal Investigator-Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle is $110,600 - $173,000 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above. #LI-ZP1
This key position is located within the Advanced Technology organization at the PACCAR Technical Center. The Advanced Technology team is leading R&D projects in strategic technology domains including clean Diesel powertrains, Battery Electric Vehicles, Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicles, Charging Infrastructure, Autonomy and V2X Connectivity. Most of the team's development activities are incorporated into Department of Energy funded R&D programs.
The principal investigator Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) development will lead the development of the next generation FCEV class-8 vehicles together with Kenworth as part of the DOE funded Pacific North-West Hydrogen Hub program: . PACCAR is currently in the negotiation and contracting phase, for funding, deliverables, and overall program timing. Contract signing is expected to occur in Q2 2024. After contracting the Principal Investigator will continue to manage the technical progress reporting, ensure compliancy, and will be the first point of contact for all communication between the DOE and PACCAR
The goal of the FCEV development program is the definition of the production intend next generation FCEV leveraging the earlier demonstration programs using the Toyota Fuel Cell Powertrain kit. Key performance goals are summarized as; covering heavy-duty long-haul application, reduce cost of ownership, and increase overall technology maturity.
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 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!
Job Functions / Responsibilities
- Support and successfully complete program contracting work.
- Lead PACCAR program activities and milestones within the DOE funded pacific northwest hydrogen hub.
- Report (written and verbal) on program progress and status to internal stakeholders, the pacific northwest hydrogen hub association, and the department of energy.
- Ensure program compliancy together with PACCAR accounting, purchasing, and engineering teams.
- Work with cross-divisional teams to manage the evaluation of new technology readiness levels (TRL) processes.
- Keep abreast of emerging technologies, tools, and methods related to hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and hydrogen economy and technologies in general.
Qualifications
- 5 years or more experience in automotive research, preferably in commercial vehicles with focus on Zero-emission-Vehicles and/or powertrain systems.
- Be an excellent team player
- Good understanding of Hydrogen economy development and governmental activities.
- Previously demonstrated strong technical knowledge, analysis, and communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, be a self-starter and have demonstrated high levels of initiative and innovation
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or Engineering Physics discipline
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 Principal Investigator-Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle is $110,600 - $173,000 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above. #LI-ZP1
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