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Date: Mar 17, 2025
Location: Mount Vernon, WA, US, 98273-9671
Company: PACCAR
PACCAR Electronics Organization is seeking talented individuals to join our Summer 2025 Internship Program!
What to Expect
Internships are in-person for 40 hours a week for a minimum of 12 weeks
Location: Mount Vernon, WA
Start Date: May 19, 2025 or June 23, 2025
Visa Sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) is not available for this position
Company Information
PACCAR, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905 and is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under its internationally recognized brands Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.
Your next career move is waiting at PACCAR whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services. Join the PACCAR team today!
About the Team
PACCAR Electronics organization, which serves Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF, is a rapidly expanding organization that is transforming the way control systems and software are developed for commercial vehicle applications. This includes developing the latest vehicle controls, display technology, and autonomous truck solutions that exceed customer expectations. You will collaborate with an international, cross-functional team focused on driving superior technical solutions. Successful applicants will demonstrate individual creativity in addressing challenges and opportunities while working within a supportive team to develop industry-leading solutions for the medium- and heavy-duty truck industry.
Job Summary
The PACCAR Electronics Team is seeking a talented and driven engineer to contribute to the development, troubleshooting, and documentation of embedded software, hardware, and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test benches for PACCAR's powertrain, digital display, and vehicle management systems.
In this role, you will collaborate with a global team of PACCAR Electronics engineers, including colleagues from Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF, all while being based at the PACCAR Technical Center. Your work will be vital in ensuring the reliability and performance of embedded systems across our fleet.
What You’ll Do
Create and document HIL electrical systems and control algorithms using dSPACE hardware, MATLAB/Simulink in a model-based design environment, and Microsoft Visio.
Engage in Rapid Control Prototyping (RCP) to deliver embedded software solutions that meet customer specifications, utilizing various development tools (MATLAB/Simulink, GIT, Java, C++, Embedded Linux, Python, C#, and Kanzi for UX/UI design).
Revise and enhance system and component technical specifications for digital displays and vehicle embedded software based on evolving product and customer requirements.
Collect data and assess system performance by using test equipment and standard electrical engineering lab tools for the verification and validation of embedded software products.
Conduct troubleshooting and perform first-line diagnosis of issues, including detailed root-cause analysis, problem resolution, and defect reporting.
Cultivate professional relationships based on collaboration, respect, integrity, and trust.
Required Qualifications
Third or fourth year of bachelor’s degree completed (graduation date 2025 – 2026) in one of the following STEM disciplines:
Engineering (Mechatronics, Electrical, Software, Mechanical), Science, or related field.
Demonstrate a high level of independence, motivation, and excellent analytical and written communication skills, alongside sound engineering judgment.
Exceptional organizational, problem-solving skills and a drive to develop innovative solutions
Ability to work effectively 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
Compensation and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hour (pay varies by undergraduate and graduate degree)
SIP 401k with up to a 5% company match
Paid Holidays (work-location scheduled)
Sick Leave (WA only)
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance
EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR promotes equal employment opportunities by implementing policies and practices that ensure employees and applicants are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status or other legally protected status. This applies to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, termination, rates of pay, and other conditions of employment.