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Mechanical Product Validation Engineering Intern

Daimler Truck North America
relocation assistance
United States, Oregon, Portland
Oct 05, 2025
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. This group within Vehicle Performance plans, executes, and reports out on Summer Test and Winter Test activities as well as local testing that includes our Climatic Wind Tunnel and Cold Chamber. We are looking for an engineering intern with interest in joining our Vehicle Thermodynamics and Integration (VTI) team who will focus on the validation of engineering designs for current and future products. The candidate will participate in our annual Summer test which will include full vehicle testing over the road and onsite validation including hands-on experience with instrumentation and vehicle experience. Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability. 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 Support Design and Product Validation Engineering (PVE) engineers with vehicle configuration changes to electrical components, powertrain, drivetrain, chassis and cab systems Instrument test vehicles for functional tests including Summer Test and other Over The Road (OTR) testing Improve efficiencies in our procedures by reducing errors and downtime Develop tools and processes that improve and optimize validation activities Participate within PVE's VTI group in the area of thermodynamics including, but not limited to full vehicle component thermal profiles and exterior elemental exposure with current and future technology vehicles Participate in our semi-annual Summer Test, which includes traveling with the team for testing Develop and plan test activities with close collaboration with Design Engineering and Powertrain colleagues. Analyze test results and undertake root cause analysis of shortcomings requiring corrective action, propose changes to improve component design and/or vehicle system performance Provide timely written and verbal status reports to management as well as internal and external customers. 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) Position will require some travel during our annual Summer Test Strong oral and written communication skills Solid organizational skills Creative mindset Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment #LI-Hybrid Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Portland, OR 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.