Summer 2026 Intern | Field Service Engineer

PACCAR • Kirkland, WA

43d

About The Position

Kenworth Division of PACCAR is looking for a highly motivated individual who is interested in gaining professional Field Service Engineering experience in an industry-leading manufacturing company to join our 2026 Internship Program in Kirkland, WA. We are excited you are seeking an internship with PACCAR and wish you the best of luck! Internships include unique learning opportunities such as: Learn first-hand from the industry's top professionals Work directly with Managers and Senior Managers Develop mentoring relationships with engineering leaders Gain valuable hands-on experience Expand your professional network This internship is scheduled to begin in May or June 2026.

Requirements

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and drive to develop innovative solution direction for issues reported in the Field
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, lean, collaborative team environment
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and planning/tracking skills
• Competency with standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, etc.)
• Able to learn and use new processes and techniques and resourcefully solve complex technical issues
• Commitment to reliability, value, and quality in all aspects of work
• Willingness to grow continuously, both personally and professionally with strong results and goal-driven orientation
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program pursuing a degree in one of the following disciplines: Engineering (Electrical, Automotive, or Mechanical),or other related degrees.
• Junior or senior standing preferred

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Failure Reporting And Corrective Action Systems
• Demonstratable ability to analyze hardware and firmware designs
• Moderate abilities in using data analysis software
• Understanding of complex designs and applications as it impacts electrical/electronic systems, software-driven functionality, and their uses in heavy duty truck applications

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with electrical/mechanical engineers, , software engineers, and Field Service representatives to address dealer/customer concerns on vehicles already in service
• Follow product change project processes to provide service-related feedback into new product development
• Ensure industry-leading serviceability and reliability are met, maintained, and exceeded on all components
• Provide Field feedback to different engineering groups, and work to manage corrective action flows for related opportunities
• Drive collaborative efforts effectively with cross-divisional counterparts supporting global design inputs as well as corrective actions on existing designs.
• Manage new product infant care Field defect identification, reporting, and corrective actions
• Develop and execute effective communications for both awareness of concerns, available field corrective actions, and longer-term solution detail

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Sick Leave
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
• EAP services: including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth, training, and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees