About the role#
This summer internship is based in Denton, Texas, within the Routings Development team at Peterbilt Motors Company. You will work on design projects for vehicle chassis components, supporting the full lifecycle from initial concept to implementation and testing.
What you'll do#
- Identify and initiate complex design projects and conduct necessary research.
- Manage projects through planning, concept development, calculation, analysis, packaging studies, testing, and evaluation.
- Create CAD models and drawings using Windchill and Creo.
- Apply your knowledge of stress analysis, FEA, GD&T principles, and manufacturing processes.
- Support DVP&R, FMEA, and DFSS activities.
- Manage supplier activities and support the sourcing process.
- Coordinate design efforts across internal departments and divisions.
- Prepare engineering status reports and address production or quality assurance issues.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering or related degree program.
- Experience or ability to work with Creo or similar CAD software.
- Strong analytical skills and a professional approach to work.
- Ability to multi-task and work as a self-starter.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- A genuine interest in the automotive industry and in analyzing test data.
Location & details#
- Location: Denton, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
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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