Reliability Engineering Intern

dtna; Fort Mill (SC); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resume reviews/mock interviews

Housing stipend

Transportation stipend

Employee resource groups

Event tickets (subject to availability

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is offering a Reliability Engineering Internship in Fort Mill, SC. The role focuses on analyzing data, building insights, and improving product reliability and profitability.

You will work with cross-functional teams, develop reports, and apply tools like Tableau/Power BI, SQL, and Python to real datasets in warranty, reliability, and engineering domains.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or holding a quantitative degree (Engineering, Science, Statistics, Economics, Data Analytics).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to work in a team and present findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data from multiple sources to identify trends and root causes.
• Support development of summary reports and dashboards.
• Use analytics tools for forecasting and trend analysis.
• Evaluate cost exposure and reliability data to support decisions.
• Help detect outliers and opportunities in repair activity.
• Foster an inclusive, welcoming workplace culture.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Enrolled or recent grad within 1 year

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Tableau

Power BI

SQL

Hana

Snowflake

R

Python

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 Fleet Services Group (FSG) at Daimler Truck North America develops and markets connected services and extended service coverage solutions. These offerings provide customers with digital services and protection against potential losses due to engine and truck breakdowns, enhancing overall customer experience.

The Reliability Engineering Intern will support the team in analyzing data, identifying trends, and contributing to initiatives that improve product quality, reliability, and profitability. This role offers hands‑on experience working with real‑world datasets across warranty, reliability, product, and engineering domains, while gaining exposure to the commercial trucking service market.

The intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams and assist in delivering insights that support decision‑making and continuous improvement efforts.

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

• Assist in analyzing data from multiple sources (dealers, customers, technicians, etc.) to identify trends and potential root causes
• Support development of summary reports and dashboards to communicate findings and highlight key issues
• Utilize analytics tools to help with forecasting, trend analysis, and identification of cost drivers (e.g., parts, labor)
• Assist in evaluating cost exposure and reliability data to support risk assessment and portfolio optimization efforts
• Help identify outliers in repair activity and support development of tools to detect additional opportunities or risks
• 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 or recently graduated within 1 year of the position start date (May/June)

Pursing or received a degree in a quantitative field such as Engineering, Science, Statistics, Economics, and Data analytics

Strong oral and written communication skills

Solid Organizational Skills

Creative mindset

Ability to work on individual projects and in a team environment

Comfortable presenting to groups

Knowledge or Experience with:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
• Tableau or Power BI
• SQL
• Database systems (Hana or Snowflake preferred)
• Statistical programming with R, Python, etc. is a plus

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Where We Work

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

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