2027 Summer Internship: Design Engineer- Low Cab Forward

PACCAR; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid holidays

FSAs and HSAs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

PACCAR's Peterbilt Motors Company in Denton, TX, offers a Mechanical Engineer Internship for students enrolled in a college program. You will design, analyze, and model components using Creo and Windchill, applying GD&T and stress analysis while coordinating with multiple engineering teams.

The role emphasizes DFSS tools (FMEA, DVP&R) and supplier collaboration, with a structured internship benefiting from a competitive package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• This position requires enrollment in Mechanical Engineering or a related program.
• Familiarity with Creo or similar CAD package is preferred.
• Knowledge of stress analysis and FEA is beneficial.
• Understanding GD&T principles is desirable.
• Interest in DFSS methods (FMEA, DVP&R) and design review processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and initiate designs of a complex nature and conduct necessary research incidental to design.
• Complete design projects through planning, concept development, calculation and design analysis.
• Use Windchill and Creo to create CAD models and drawings.
• Apply stress analysis and FEA knowledge to designs.
• Coordinate with other engineering groups and suppliers to advance components.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal & written communication

Multi-tasking

Self-starter

Resourceful

Professionalism

Analytical

Test data reporting

Creo CAD

Education

Currently enrolled in Mechanical Engineering or related program

Tools

Creo

Windchill

Job description

Company Information

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Peterbilt Motors Company

On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

Requisition Summary

Peterbilt Motors Company, a PACCAR Company, has aninternship for students currently enrolled in college. This opening is for a Mechanical Engineer Internto add to our Low Cab Forward team in Denton, Texas.

Job Responsibilities

This position will be working on various projects and reports to include but not limitedto:

• Identify and initiate designs of a complex nature and conduct necessary research incidental to design.
• Complete design projects through the processes of planning, concept development, calculation and design analysis, packaging studies, design, testing, implementation, and evaluation.
• Use knowledge and skills in Windchill and Creo to create CAD models and drawings.
• Apply knowledge of stress analysis and FEA.
• Apply knowledge of various materials and manufacturing processes for components used in vehicle chassis.
• Apply knowledge of GD&T principles.
• Develop and support FMEA, DVP&R, and other aspects of DFSS.
• Support sourcing process and manage supplier activities related to design and manufacture of components.
• Coordinate and complete projects and design efforts with other engineering groups, departments, and divisions within the company, such as PACCAR Technical Center, DAF, Kenworth, and the PACCAR Engine Company.
• Prepare engineering activity status reports and other detailed reporting as directed.
• Identify, prioritize, and coordinate resolution of production, production control, and quality assurance issues as appropriate using a proactive approach.

Required Qualifications

The candidate we seek will be currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering or a related program.

Preferred Qualifications

The skills that are important to be successful in this position are as follows:

• Exceptional Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Multi-tasking
• Self-starter and Resourceful
• Strong Professionalism
• Analytical
• Interest in collecting, analyzing, and reporting on tests
• Ability to work with Creo or similar CAD package

General Description of Internship Benefits

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

• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Paid holidays
• 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
• This position may offer stipend assistance benefits

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation. Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups - The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women's Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership and Development (B.O.L.D) and Peterbilt+ (An LGBTQ support group).

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