About the role#
The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Intern will join the New Product Development and Operations Support Team in Kirkland, Washington. This full-time, paid internship runs during the Summer 2027 term and requires on-site attendance. You will work alongside experienced engineers to support manufacturing projects and process improvements.
What you'll do#
- Collect data and information to support Advanced Manufacturing Engineers and subject matter experts.
- Analyze findings to make recommendations based on facts.
- Develop, improve, and audit existing processes or documentation.
- Support projects related to the management of Supply-Base Tooling.
- Design fixtures and assembly aids for new product initiatives.
- Apply design for manufacturability and assembly principles to analyze parts.
- Provide regular updates on your assignments to management.
- Prepare a summary of your accomplishments to present at the end of the summer.
- Assist with special projects as they arise.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering or related technical program, with junior or senior standing preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- A resourceful, self-starting approach to work.
- Strong professionalism.
- Experience with 3D modeling software is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Kirkland, Washington.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $25 per hour for undergraduate students and $30 per hour for graduate students.
- Benefits: Includes 401k with company match, medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts.
About PACCAR
PACCAR designs and manufactures light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks. Its primary brands include Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF. The company also produces diesel engines, provides financial services, and manages a global parts distribution network. Based in Bellevue, Washington, the organization operates worldwide with a workforce of over 19,000 employees.
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