Product Validation Engineering Intern

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.

This posting is for a Test Engineer Intern role in the FCCC Product Validation Engineering team. The primary function of this position is to assist in validating engineering designs by testing chassis components, chassis systems and completed vehicles. Candidate in the position will assist with planning, scheduling, organizing, executing and reporting results of test activities related to vehicle dynamics, engine cooling and performance, braking, steering, chassis structure, and vehicle electrical systems at on-site and off-site locations. Successful candidates will apply the theoretical principles, engineering techniques and practical experience towards validation testing to confirm that vehicles are safe, compliant, reliable, serviceable, energy efficient and competitive using the latest technology available in the industry.

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 tools and processes that improve and optimize validation activities
- Support creation of detailed project plans and bottom-up budgets presented to management for review and approval. Clearly communicate project scope, test requirements, and department/organization interdependencies.
- Support on-board instrumentation and vehicle data acquisition systems.
- Plan, organize, and execute test activities related to electrical, electronic, mechanical, environmental and HV safety for electric vehicles.
- Advise project leads and manager of project scope, impacts, and timing as it relates to validation efforts and activities for projects.
- Support/lead the investigation and repair efforts for inoperable vehicle tow dynos.
- 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 or Master’s/PHD mechanical or electrical engineering program from an accredited college/university or have graduated within the last 12 months.
- Creative mindset
- Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
- Knowledge of vehicle electrical and electronic systems, test instrumentation, data acquisition/analysis software and testing methodology.
- Working knowledge of test instrumentation, data acquisition and analysis software and testing methodology as well as experience resolving field and customer issues required.
- Ability to instrument a vehicle component for data acquisition and subsequent analysis and troubleshooting experience required.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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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:
Onsite

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.