Summer Internship 2026 - Powertrain Validation and Systems Acceptance Engineer Job at PACCAR, Mount Vernon, WA

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  • PACCAR
  • Mount Vernon, WA

Job Description

Requisition Summary

 

The PACCAR Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity to learn about PACCAR through a work assignment as a Powertrain Validation and Systems Acceptance Engineer. Each intern will be integrated into division and department meetings, activities, and events to ensure an understanding of PACCAR and our truck brands Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our dynamic organization, while learning valuable engineering skills to add your resume. At the end of your internship, you have the opportunity to present your accomplishments to your fellow interns and senior management. PACCAR provides a professional, real-life intern experience while also providing opportunities to meet other interns and participate in events at our truck companies, testing facility and more. Start your career as an intern with PACCAR today! 


The Paccar Technical Center is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the development and validation of emerging technologies such as vehicle electrification and autonomous driving systems. Work with professional engineers on hands-on projects and learn state of the art technologies! The Paccar Technical Center is located in scenic Mt. Vernon, Washington north of Seattle and south of Vancouver, British Columbia.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

During your internship at PACCAR’s Technical Center, you will engage in both System Acceptance (SA) and Powertrain Validation (PV) activities for alternative fuel powertrain systems. Your work will include:

 

Integrated Testing:

  • PV: Conduct tests to ensure powertrain components meet design and performance standards.
  • SA: Perform checks to confirm that systems integrate well and function correctly within the vehicle.

Data Analysis:

  • PV: Analyze powertrain test data to identify performance trends and areas for improvement.
  • SA: Review system acceptance outcomes to ensure compliance and identify discrepancies.

Project Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with diverse engineering teams to tackle testing and integration challenges.
  • Offer insights on test results and suggest improvements in test protocols.

Final Presentation:

  • Summarize your work and learning experiences from both testing areas.
  • Present your findings to the engineering team and senior management, highlighting your impact on the projects.

Qualifications

  • Excellent communication skills required
  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills required
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to thrive in a team environment
  • Working knowledge of battery electric and Hybrid vehicles

Education

Junior or senior working towards an Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent degree.

PACCAR Benefits

 

Undergraduate Students: $25.00/hour
Graduate Students: $30.00/hour

 

As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options including:

 

  • 401k with up to a 5% company match
  • Sick Leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • 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

Job Tags

Internship, Summer internship, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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