Mechatronics Engineering Intern – Vehicle Architecture and Controls

Daimler Truck AG • Gaffney, SC

2d • $21 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The DTSV Mechatronics Engineering team integrates electrical systems and control technologies into vehicle designs to ensure they function seamlessly and meet performance requirements. The summer intern supports engineers with electrical and controls integration activities throughout the design and testing process. This hands-on role provides exposure to vehicle systems, engineering design, and validation testing, with opportunities to contribute to the development and integration of advanced vehicle technologies. Interns work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity, and discipline. Internships begin in May or June and may be located at various DTNA locations across the United States; this position is based onsite in Gaffney, South Carolina. A transition to a full-time position may be possible, subject to manager evaluations and business availability. Relocation assistance is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria. The position is not open to visa sponsorship or existing visa holders. Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where the position is located. Final candidates must successfully complete a criminal background check and may be required to complete a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

• 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 pursue a degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering.
• Understand software development and/or software testing.
• Have a basic understanding of vehicle mechanics and electrical systems.
• Have a strong interest in mechatronics and vehicle electrical systems.
• Have working knowledge of electrical and electronic hardware and software.
• Be able to work in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change.
• Have a passion for automotive or trucking.
• Have understanding or familiarity with vehicle networks, including CAN and Automotive Ethernet.
• Have understanding or familiarity with vehicle diagnostic communication protocols.
• Have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Have solid organizational skills.
• Have a creative mindset.
• Have interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where the position is located.

Responsibilities

• Manage controller parameters in collaboration with component and feature owners.
• Update and maintain vehicle architecture diagrams and documentation.
• Manage development and maintenance of test cases to evaluate the quality of each software release.
• Use CANalyzer, DiagnosticLink, VEPS, and related CEEA parameter development tools.
• Check outputs and create inputs, including hands-on work reading wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Meet with feature owners to understand requirements for feature vehicle-level testing.
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.

Benefits

• Housing and transportation stipend.
• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews and mock interviews.
• 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern