About this role
Technical Project Manager - Embedded Systems to lead end-to-end development of embedded vehicle software and hardware for PACCAR Electronics.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and manage program risks
- Coordinate global hardware and software development
- Drive component-level development with cross-discipline leads
- Interface with program managers and engineering teams
- Facilitate design reviews and ensure IP protection
Technical Overview
Coordinate cross-functional hardware-software development, lead design reviews, ensure ISO 26262/ASPICE compliance, and integrate ASPICE/IS0 26262 with PACCAR's software lifecycle; experience with regulated hardware-software products advantageous.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a mid-level embedded systems PM with 3-5 years in product development, strong C++ and MATLAB/Simulink experience, and a track record of leading cross-functional teams.
Must-Have Skills
B.S. in Engineering (ElectricalComputerMechanical)Computer Scienceor a related discipline3 - 5 years of experience with full product development lifecycle and new product introductionHands-on knowledge of software development lifecycles (WaterfallAgileIterative)Background in electrical systemsembedded componentsor software systems designProven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a matrixed environmentExperience with project planningschedule trackingcritical path analysisand prioritizationProficiency with project management toolsStrong communication skills with both technical and nontechnical audiencesDemonstrated ability to build custom toolsscriptsor AI-based workflows to automate tasks or improve qualityAbility to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%
Nice-to-Have Skills
Experience in commercial vehicleautomotiveaerospaceroboticsor similar regulated hardware-software product development environmentsProficiency with requirements management and systems engineering toolsExperience validating or testing embedded software or hardware systemsFamiliarity with MATLAB/SimulinkC++IBM Rational RhapsodyDOORS Next Generationand IBM Engineering Work ManagementKnowledge of vehicle network protocols (CANSAE J1939LIN)Previous experience with ISO 26262 and/or ASPICE frameworksAdvanced degree (M.S.)PMP certificationPE licenseor equivalent credentials
Tools & Platforms
JIRAAzure DevOpsMS ProjectSmartsheetsGoogle WorkspaceMATLAB/SimulinkCANSAE J1939LINDOORS Next GenerationRational RhapsodyIBM Engineering Work Management
Required Skills
BS in Engineering3-5 years product development lifecycleWaterfall/Agile lifecyclesElectrical systems/embedded softwarecross-functional leadershipproject planningschedulingand toolingC++MATLAB/SimulinkDOORS Next GenerationIBM Rational RhapsodyIBM Engineering Work ManagementCANSAE J1939LINISO 26262ASPICE
Hard Skills
Embedded SystemsC++MATLAB/SimulinkDOORS Next GenerationIBM Rational RhapsodyIBM Engineering Work ManagementCANSAE J1939LIN
Soft Skills
Strong communicationCross-functional collaborationProblem solvingTeam leadershipDocumentationAttention to detail
Keywords for Your Resume
technical project managerembedded systemspaccar electronicscansae j1939linmatlab/simulinkc++doors next generationrational rhapsodyibm engineering work managementiso 26262aspicerequirements managementproject management toolswaterfallagiletravel up to 10%cross-functional teams
Deal Breakers
Lack of embedded systems experience, Inability to travel 10%, No experience with automotive hardware-systems, No knowledge of CAN/SAE J1939/LIN
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