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Summer 2026 Intern | Electrical Design Engineer
Summer 2026 Intern | Electrical Design EngineerPACCAR • Kirkland, WA, United States
Summer 2026 Intern | Electrical Design Engineer

Summer 2026 Intern | Electrical Design Engineer

PACCAR • Kirkland, WA, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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 two highly motivated individuals interested in gaining professional engineering experience at an industry-leading manufacturing company to join our 2025 Internship Program in Kirkland, WA. We are excited you are seeking an internship with PACCAR and wish you the best of luck!

Internships include unique learning opportunities such as :

  • Learn first-hand from the industry's top professionals
  • Work directly with Managers and Senior Managers
  • Develop mentoring relationships with engineering leaders
  • Gain valuable hands-on experience working on projects
  • Expand your professional network

This internship is scheduled to begin in May or June 2026.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

  • Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, software engineers, and other engineering professionals to ensure quality commercial electric vehicle designs and systems integration
  • Follow project management processes to maintain schedule and functionality
  • Ensure industry-leading quality and reliability are met, maintained, and exceeded on all components
  • Learning and creating engineering documentation for preparation of component and harness drawings, diagrams, routings, engineering change notices, test coordination, production support, and customer service
  • Analyze system needs and requirements to influence system architecture designs
  • Develop and document engineering specifications for new vehicle control functions, including autonomous vehicles
  • Drive collaborative efforts effectively with cross-divisional counterparts on global design direction
  • Support validation activities across supplier and internal teams to ensure industry-leading quality and reliability are met, maintained or exceeded on all components and systems
  • Skills / Competencies

  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and drive to develop innovative hardware
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, lean, collaborative team environment
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and planning / tracking skills
  • Competency with standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, etc.)
  • Able to learn and use new processes and techniques and resourcefully solve complex technical issues
  • Commitment to reliability, value, and quality in all aspects of work
  • Willingness to grow continuously, both personally and professionally with strong results and goal-driven orientation
  • Additional Attributes

  • Proficiency in using requirements management, systems engineers, 3D CAD software, mentor graphics, etc.
  • Demonstratable ability to analyze hardware and firmware designs
  • Active participant in a university-sponsored engineering club (EcoCar, Formula SAE, SARP, Etc.)
  • Understanding of complex design and application as it impacts electrical / electronic systems, architecture, and software-driven functionality
  • Education

    Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program pursuing a degree in one of the following disciplines : Electrical 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. 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 .

    PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veteran / Disability.

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