Mechanical Product Design Engineering Intern

Daimler Truck AG; Gaffney (SC); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and transportation stipend

Professional development and events

Employee resource groups

Company social events

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America offers internship opportunities in the Powertrain Engineering team, with a hybrid work model in Gaffney, SC. Interns will gain hands-on experience in engine integrations, CAD design, and documentation, while upholding the company values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline.

The role includes exposure to NX and other design tools, collaboration across design areas, and potential transition to a full-time position based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or recently graduated within 1 year of start date (May/June).
• Experience with CAD systems (Siemens NX or other).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop vehicle components and systems using engineering and CAD principles.
• Support engine integration design and development projects for DTNA products.
• Use NX to create 3D part designs and 2D drawings; GD&T and packaging studies.
• Identify materials, tolerances, finishes, fasteners, and production methods for new designs.
• Develop, release, and maintain engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with other design areas to reconcile design solutions.
• Foster an inclusive, welcoming workplace culture.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

CAD experience

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

Inside the Role

Interns will gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life learning opportunities. Interns must work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline. Internship positions can be located at various DTNA locations across the US. We are looking for high performing and motivated individuals in various areas within DTNA organizations. DTNA internships begin each summer in May or June.

Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

The Daimler Truck Specialty Vehicles Powertrain Engineering team is responsible for the integration and validation of engine and powertrain systems into a variety of vehicle platforms. This position will support the design, development, and launch of engine integrations and powertrain systems.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Salary placement is determined by your anticipated graduation year and ranges between $21 - $29 per hour.

Benefits include:

• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews/mock interviews
• Housing and transportation stipend
• Employee resource groups
• Event ticket offering (based on corporate availability)
• Company social events

What You Drive at DTNA

• Develop vehicle components and systems. Apply engineering and CAD principles to create designs that are reliable, serviceable, energy efficient, and competitive.
• Support the design and development of engine integration through (EPA/CARB) solutions and engine development projects for Daimler Truck Specialty Vehicle products.
• Use NX and other design tools to create and maintain 3D part designs, detailed 2D part/ assembly drawings, GD&T, packaging studies, and installation diagrams
• Identify proper materials, tolerances, finishes, fasteners, and production methods for new designs.
• Develop, release, and maintain accurate Engineering documentation.
• Ability to work with other design areas to reconcile conflicting design solutions into robust and cost effective solutions
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program or higher from an accredited college/university OR have recently graduated within 1 year of the position start date (May/June)
  • Must be enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering program
• Passion for Automotive or Trucking
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks on hand
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Understanding of engineering upstream and downstream processes
• Customer orientated with the drive to develop customer-focused solutions.
• Ability to work in an environment of ambiguity and ongoing change.
• Experience with CAD systems (Siemens NX, or other modeling programs)

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Gaffney, SC US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

This position is not open to Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders

Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application

• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.