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Paccar Winch Inc. Summer 2025 Intern | Vehicle Integration in Kirkland, Washington
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Date: Dec 18, 2024
Location: Kirkland, WA, US, 98033
Company: PACCAR
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 also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
Kenworth Truck Company: Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery-electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality and inclusivity in the workplace.
This internship is scheduled to begin in May or June 2025.
The Vehicle Integration team has two openings, a Function Definition Intern, and a Vehicle Simulation Intern both within the overall Engineering umbrella.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, software engineers, and other engineering professionals to ensure quality commercial electric vehicle designs and systems integration
Follow project management processes to maintain schedule and functionality
Ensure industry-leading quality and reliability are met, maintained, and exceeded on all components
Analyze system needs and requirements to influence system architecture designs
Develop and document engineering specifications for new vehicle control functions, including autonomous vehicles
Drive collaborative efforts effectively with cross-divisional counterparts on global design direction
Support validation activities across supplier and internal teams to ensure industry-leading quality and reliability are met, maintained or exceeded on all components and systems
Positions are available in Washington State and Texas. Please specify your preference when applying
Qualifications & Skills
Currently pursuing a degree in one of the following disciplines: Engineering (Electrical, Software, or Mechanical), Computer Science, Data Science or equivalent
Exceptional problem-solving skills and drive to develop innovative hardware
Ability to work in a fast-paced, lean, collaborative team environment
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and planning/tracking skills
Competency with standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, etc.)
Able to learn and use new processes and techniques and resourcefully solve complex technical issues
Commitment to reliability, value, and quality in all aspects of work
Willingness to grow continuously, both personally and professionally with strong results and goal-driven orientation
Additional Attributes
Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (MATLAB, C++, C#, etc.)
Demonstratable ability to analyze hardware and firmware designs
Active participant in a university-sponsored engineering club (EcoCar, Formula SAE, SARP, Etc.)
Understanding of complex design and application as it impacts electrical/electronic systems, architecture, and software-driven functionality
As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options including:
Competitive Salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Sick Leave
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
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, training, and development opportunities
Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
Additional Job Board Information
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 internship positions is $25 an hour for undergraduate students and $30 an hour for graduate students. Additionally, this role is eligible for a range of benefit options listed above.
If you would like more information about what makes PACCAR an excellent place to work, please visit the PACCAR Career Site (https://www.paccar.com/careers) . PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.
