Technical Product Owner - Embedded Systems

As a Technical Product Owner for connectivity and software integration you will play a key role in the development of the next generation of Control Systems for future DAF, Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks.  You will be responsible for defining and managing system requirements, leading the technical supplier interface, and ensuring the successful delivery of robust and reliable embedded control system solutions. While detailed designs are performed by external suppliers, you will own the technical requirements, validation strategy, and acceptance of the ECU platform. 

Location: Kirkland, WA 

About PACCAR 

PACCAR, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under its internationally recognized brands Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business. 

About Global PACCAR Electronics

The Global PACCAR Electronics organization supports Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF by transforming how control systems and vehicle software are developed for commercial vehicle applications. GPE designs next‑generation vehicle controls, display systems, and autonomous technologies that raise the bar for customer productivity and safety.

Whether on highways, construction sites, urban centers, or forest roads, PACCAR trucks are recognized for exceptional quality and performance. PACCAR Electronics is central to these product identities—delivering innovations from advanced PTO functionality to intuitive, high‑value digital displays. Join us as we grow and deliver PACCAR’s future in connectivity, cybersecurity, electrification, and autonomous systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Own the Technical Requirement Specification (TRS) for the Connectivity Platform Feature Set and ensure successful realization by suppliers, including Supplier Sign-Off milestones. 
• Define, manage, and maintain software and integration requirements throughout the development cycle and after software delivery. 
• Establish and coordinate diagnostic interface, telemetry, and serviceability requirements to support validation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and after-sales operations. 
• Serve as the primary interface to software and integration suppliers; and drive internal stakeholder alignment on requirements, design decisions, verification activities, issue resolution and change management. 
• Ensure the platform adheres to organizational security policies, global applicable regulatory requirements, and data-handling standards. 
• (Co-)Lead Simultaneous Engineering Teams (SETs) and coordinate cross-functional activities across internal and external stakeholders. 
• Coordinate platform verification and validation activities, including test planning, execution monitoring and acceptance of results. 
• Ensure requirements alignment and approval with Functional Safety, Cyber Security, Connected Services, Software Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, After Sales, and supplier organizations. 
• Initiate and coordinate risk analyses (DFMEA, technical risk assessments) and establish validation strategies for embedded software components. 

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. 
• 5+ years of relevant experience in systems development, controls engineering, or technical project/supplier management. 
• Technical understanding of software architecture, cloud services, deployment pipelines, and data flows. 
• Experience with distributed software platforms, embedded control systems, APIs, and configuration management tools. 
• Exceptional verbal and written skills to translate complex technical constraints into clear business decisions. 
• Proficiency working with: 
• Requirement management tools (e.g., IBM DOORS) 
• Architecture authoring tools (e.g., VISIO, IBM Rational Rhapsody) 
• Work/defect tracking (e.g., IBM EWM, Jira, …) 
• Knowledge of automotive communication protocols and networks (e.g., CAN, SAE J1939, UDS, …). 
• Ability to travel up to 15%, including internationally. 

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Experience managing Tier 1 suppliers throughout the product lifecycle, including supplier selection, development, validation, and release activities. 
• Knowledge of risk management methodologies, including DFMEA, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), and technical risk assessment practices. 
• Knowledge of automotive development processes, such as ASPICE, V-model development and requirements management methodologies. 
• Familiarity with Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and Cybersecurity (ISO 21434) standards and their application in connected and embedded systems development. 
• Familiarity working with: 
  • Cloud Platforms and DevOps (e.g., AWS, Azure, Jenkins) 
  • Engineering tools (e.g., Vector CANoe/CANalyzer, ATI Vision, MATLAB/Simulink) 
• Awareness of automotive and commercial vehicle regulatory requirements, including medium- and heavy-duty truck standards. 

PACCAR Benefits

401k with up to a 5% company match
Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
Comprehensive PTO – 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 account (FSA) and health account (HSA)
Paid short-and-long-term disability programs
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

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. Applicants and employees for this position will not be sponsored for work authorization, including, but not limited to H-1B visas, now or in the future. The salary range for the Technical Product Owner 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.

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