About the role#
This internship is for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Hoods, Outerbody, and Exterior Lighting team. You will support product development and engineering improvements at our Denton, Texas facility during the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to new product development and proof-of-concept projects.
- Improve existing products with a focus on reliability, quality, and cost.
- Support engineering efficiency and process improvement initiatives.
- Execute design, analysis, testing, and validation activities.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an Engineering or related degree program.
- Strong analytical skills and an interest in collecting, analyzing, and reporting on test data.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work as a self-starter.
- Professionalism and a resourceful approach to problem-solving.
Location & details#
- Location: Denton, Texas.
- Schedule: Full-time, Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site position.
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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