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　　Date: Jan 23, 2024

　　Location: Kirkland, WA, US, 98033

　　Company: PACCAR

　　Company Information

　　PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. 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 diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

　　Kenworth Truck Company: Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery-electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality, and inclusivity in the workplace.

　　Requisition Summary

　　Kenworth Division of PACCAR is looking for a highly motivated individual who is interested in gaining professional Design experience in an industry-leading manufacturing company to join our 2024 Internship Program in Renton, WA.

　　The R&D Engineering Intern will contribute their skills and ideas to support the Kenworth R&D Engineering team on a combination of advanced development and current projects. They will collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers as well as technicians to design and build future KW designs for evaluation and test.

　　Internships include unique opportunities such as:

　　Learn first-hand from industry’s top professionals

　　Work directly with Managers and Senior Managers

　　Develop mentoring relationships with leaders

　　Gain valuable hands-on experience

　　Expand your professional network

　　This internship is scheduled to begin in May or June 2024.

　　Job Functions / Responsibilities

　　Identify, develop, and incorporate advanced vehicle technologies (Battery Electric Vehicle, Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle, Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems, Connectivity, etc.) into PACCAR products.

　　Generate detailed design drawings for prototype truck parts

　　Develop functional controls for advanced vehicle systems and software features including test requirements

　　Create work plans for upcoming programs by establishing scope, identifying deliverables

　　Develop functional controls for advanced vehicle systems and software features including test requirements

　　Participate in the assembly of prototype vehicle(s)

　　Respond to feedback from members of the R&D team

　　Skills / Competencies

　　Automotive experience/interest desired

　　Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

　　Ability to summarize technical issues and communicate effectively

　　Self-directed, excellent analysis and engineering judgment required

　　Organized and disciplined with ability to manage personal workload and a willingness and initiative to respond to shifting time and project demands.

　　Microsoft Office skills

　　Education

　　Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program pursuing a degree in Engineering.

　　Junior or senior standing preferred

　　Intern 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

　　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

　　Additional Job Board Information

　　At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. PACCAR is an E-Verify employer.

　　The salary range for internship positions is $25 an hour for undergraduate students and $30 an hour for graduate students. Additionally, this role is eligible for a range of benefit options listed above.

　　If you would like more information about what makes PACCAR an excellent place to work, please visit the PACCAR Career Site (https://www.paccar.com/careers) . PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.