OBD Calibration Intern - Powertrain Development

PACCAR Powertrain • Vernon, WA

5h • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

PACCAR Powertrain is seeking motivated and innovative students to join our Summer 2026 Internship Program within the On‑Board Diagnostics (OBD) Development team. Program Overview The PACCAR Summer Internship Program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within the Global Engine Team while learning about PACCAR’s world‑class truck brands—Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF. As an intern, you will: Take part in team meetings, technical reviews, and department-wide activities. Work on meaningful projects that directly contribute to PACCAR Powertrain's OBD technology. Build your professional network across engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams. Present your project accomplishments to fellow interns and senior leaders at the end of the program. Interns are highly visible contributors at PACCAR—don’t miss your chance to make an impact! What to Expect Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), in person Duration: Minimum 12 weeks Location: Mount Vernon, WA Start Dates: May 18, 2026, or June 22, 2026 Visa Sponsorship: Not available for this role (H‑1B, TN, OPT, etc.) About PACCAR 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. About PACCAR Powertrain Global PACCAR Powertrain organization engineers and manufactures integrated, high‑efficiency engines, automated transmissions, and axle systems for Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. Through advanced engineering, vertically integrated manufacturing, and robust aftermarket support, the organization delivers powertrain systems optimized for performance, durability, fuel efficiency, and sustainability. Its portfolio includes PACCAR’s MX‑13 and MX‑11 engines, TX‑12 and TX‑18 automated transmissions, and advanced axle technologies—designed to function as a fully integrated system that enhances drivability, reduces lifecycle costs, and ensures consistent reliability across PACCAR’s global truck brands.

Requirements

• Third or fourth year of bachelor’s degree completed (graduation date 2026 – 2027) in one of the following STEM disciplines: Engineering (Mechatronics, Electrical, Software, Computer, Mechanical), Science, or related field required.
• Foundational understanding of mechanics of materials and fluid dynamics.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with technical writing.
• Exposure to MATLAB/Simulink or similar modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop MATLAB scripts to automate reporting for High Mileage Accumulation (HMA) test fleets.
• Build Simulink-based simulation tools to model OBD algorithm behavior.
• Conduct vehicle and test‑cell evaluations to validate simulation tools and diagnostic strategies.
• Provide hands-on support for Climatic Chassis Dynamometer and Portable Chassis Dyno test activities.
• Perform vehicle-level diagnostic testing to understand how configuration differences influence OBD performance and execution rates.

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

What This Job Offers

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