Field Test Engineer - OTA Testing

Job Title: Field Test Engineer - OTA Testing
Duration: 2 Years
Project Overview:
Join the Connected Services Project focused on enabling and validating Global OTA (Over-the-Air) software updates and other connected vehicle features for customer field trucks. We're looking for a Field Test Engineer with experience in vehicle telematics , communication protocols , and diagnostic tools to ensure robust and seamless software/firmware updates in modern trucks.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute OTA testing on vehicles at PACCAR plants and customer sites.
• Validate software updates, ECU firmware reprogramming, and diagnostic communications.
• Develop and execute test plans and scenarios for wireless/remote software updates.
• Identify, log, and track software defects using diagnostic tools and defect tracking systems.
• Use tools like CANoe to capture and analyze in-vehicle network traffic and communication logs.
• Collaborate with software, telematics, and backend teams to troubleshoot update issues and verify rollback mechanisms.
• Create OTA test packages and update ECUs via OBD tools or OTA systems.
• Drive traceability of requirements through development, testing, and defect resolution.
• Maintain accurate and detailed test documentation, including logs and test results.
• Participate in triage calls and support the resolution of defects.
• Monitor CAN Bus communication, node acknowledgements, and diagnostic message priorities.
• Conduct field testing and validation on customer trucks and report findings effectively.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in OTA testing or automotive systems validation.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle telematics , OTA update processes , and ECU communication .
• Hands-on experience with CAN tools like CANoe and understanding of CAN protocol.
• Familiarity with OBD tools , diagnostic systems, and vehicle firmware management.
• Experience in creating test cases, logging defects, and participating in defect triage.
• Understanding of Telematics Control Units (TCU) and their role in OTA workflows.
• Good documentation skills for test reports and defect logging.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, QA, and backend teams.
• Must be able to travel 50-75% to PACCAR plants and local dealerships in the DFW area ; occasional travel to Kenworth facilities (~25%).

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in automotive network systems .
• Familiarity with connected vehicle services , over-the-air strategies, and cloud integration.
• Experience with diagnostic tools and traceability in requirements-based testing.