BEV Systems Engineering Intern — Energy, Thermal & Analytics Intern

Daimler Truck AG • Portland, OR

3d • $21 - $29 • Hybrid

About The Position

This internship offers hands-on experience supporting the development and validation of a next-generation Class 8 battery electric vehicle (BEV). The intern will help evaluate vehicle energy-management systems and thermal-management controls in laboratory and real-world conditions. The role involves working with extensive test data and using AI-assisted tools to improve test planning, identify performance insights, automate reporting, and support the development of safer electric trucks. Interns are expected to work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity, and discipline. The internship is based in Portland, Oregon, with a hybrid schedule of four days per week in the office and one day remote. Interns may be considered for a full-time position after the internship, subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program or higher at an accredited college or university, or have graduated within one year of the position start date in May or June.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
• Foundational knowledge of electric-vehicle powertrains, high-voltage battery systems, and EV energy and thermal systems.
• Understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid systems as applied to automotive or electromechanical systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams with controls engineers, systems engineers, and vehicle test specialists.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical findings clearly.
• Self-motivated and curious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced prototype-development environment involving ambiguity and rapid iteration.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or similar data-analysis tools.
• Solid organizational skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where the position is located at the time of application.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check; a pre-employment drug screen may also be required.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to vehicle dynamics, driveline systems, or commercial vehicle platforms.
• Creative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, execution, and analysis of validation test plans for a Class 8 BEV prototype.
• Support performance evaluations under controlled and real-world operating conditions.
• Use AI-assisted test-planning tools to improve test-matrix coverage, reduce redundant test cycles, and prioritize scenarios using historical data patterns and system sensitivity analysis.
• Automate performance-report generation with AI-assisted data summarization tools, producing structured test summaries, highlighting outliers, and flagging systems below performance benchmarks.
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.

Benefits

• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews and mock interviews.
• Housing and transportation stipend.
• Employee resource groups.
• Event ticket offering, based on corporate availability.
• Company social events.
• Relocation assistance when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern