2027 Summer Internship: Design Engineer- Chassis Development

PACCAR•Denton, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Peterbilt Motors Company, a PACCAR Company, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern to join its Chassis Development team in Denton, Texas. The internship is for students currently enrolled in college and focuses on designing and developing vehicle chassis components. The intern will conduct research and design work, complete projects through planning, concept development, analysis, packaging, testing, implementation, and evaluation, and support supplier, production, and quality activities. The role also involves coordinating with other engineering groups and divisions across PACCAR.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering or related program.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional Microsoft Office skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask.
Self-starter and resourceful.
Strong professionalism.
Analytical skills.
Interest in collecting, analyzing, and reporting on tests.

Responsibilities

Identify and initiate complex designs and conduct research related to design.
Complete design projects through planning, concept development, calculation and design analysis, packaging studies, design, testing, implementation, and evaluation.
Use Windchill and Creo to create CAD models and drawings.
Apply stress analysis and finite element analysis (FEA).
Apply knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes for vehicle chassis components.
Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
Develop and support FMEA, DVP&R, and other aspects of DFSS.
Support the sourcing process and manage supplier activities related to component design and manufacture.
Coordinate and complete projects and design efforts with engineering groups, departments, and divisions, including PACCAR Technical Center, DAF, Kenworth, and PACCAR Engine Company.
Prepare engineering activity status reports and other detailed reporting as directed.
Proactively identify, prioritize, and coordinate resolution of production, production control, and quality assurance issues as appropriate.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
401(k) with up to a 5% company match.
Medical, dental, and vision plans for the employee and family.
Paid holidays.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
EAP services, including wellness plans, estate planning, and financial counseling.
Growth, training, and development opportunities.
Opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues recognized as experts in their field.
This position may offer stipend assistance benefits.