Mechatronics Engineering Intern – Vehicle Architecture and Controls

Daimler Truck North America • Gaffney, SC

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechatronics Engineering Intern will support Daimler Truck North America’s DTSV Mechatronics Engineering team, which integrates electrical systems and control technologies into vehicle designs. The role provides hands-on experience with vehicle systems, engineering design, electrical and controls integration, and validation testing, contributing to the development and integration of advanced vehicle technologies. Interns are expected to work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity, and discipline. The internship begins in May or June, and may lead to a full-time position depending on manager evaluations and business availability.

The position is onsite in Gaffney, South Carolina. Relocation assistance may be available to candidates who meet eligibility criteria. Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States; visa sponsorship and applicants who currently hold a visa are not eligible.

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.
• Be pursuing a degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering.
• Have an understanding of 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 involving ambiguity and ongoing change.
• Have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Have solid organizational skills, a creative mindset, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with vehicle networks, including CAN and Automotive Ethernet.
• Familiarity with vehicle diagnostic communication protocols.
• Passion for automotive or trucking.

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

• 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 may be available if the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern