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Summer Internship 2025 - Electrical Validation Engineer

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PACCAR

15d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Mount Vernon

AI generated summary

  • You should be a junior or higher in engineering/computer science, have electrical knowledge, circuit experience, basic tool familiarity, strong teamwork and communication skills, and be adaptable.
  • You will execute test plans, post-process results, address hardware defects, develop documentation, assemble harnesses, construct fixtures, and communicate with teams, with occasional local travel.

Requirements

  • Junior or higher standing toward an engineering or computer science degree
  • Fundamental knowledge of Electrical Engineering concepts
  • Experience working with basic circuits and electrical wiring
  • Familiar with basic tools and instrumentation
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Imaginative and inquisitive nature
  • Ability to summarize technical issues and communicate effectively
  • Ability to manage personal workload and willingness, flexibility and initiative to respond to shifting time and project demands
  • Strong presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Execute test plans and work with Engineers to refine test steps.
  • Post process test results to ensure quality of test data.
  • Address hardware defects, identify root cause of issues, develop repair strategy and implement.
  • Review existing and develop new documentation in support of test activities.
  • Assemble custom electrical harnesses.
  • Construct test fixtures.
  • Fosters excellent communication, establishes and maintains cooperative and productive work relations with other working groups.
  • Local travel in the Puget Sound area up to 10%.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is a summer position for 2025.

What will the Electrical Validation Engineering Intern do?

The intern will perform hands-on testing of electrical harnessing and other electronic components, review electrical schematics, and assist in the development of test plans.

What kind of experience will the intern gain?

The intern will gain experience with lab instrumentation, power supplies, electronic loads, thermal cameras, and oscilloscopes, along with valuable engineering skills.

Is there an opportunity to present during the internship?

Yes, at the end of the internship, interns will have the opportunity to present their accomplishments to fellow interns and senior management.

Where is the PACCAR Technical Center located?

The PACCAR Technical Center is located in Mt. Vernon, Washington, north of Seattle and south of Vancouver, British Columbia.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates should have junior or higher standing toward an engineering or computer science degree and fundamental knowledge of electrical engineering concepts.

Are there any travel requirements for the internship?

Yes, there may be local travel in the Puget Sound area, up to 10%.

What is the hourly pay for undergraduate and graduate students?

Undergraduate students will earn $25.00 per hour, while graduate students will earn $30.00 per hour.

What benefits do interns receive?

U.S. PACCAR interns receive benefits such as a competitive salary, 401k with company match, medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, and EAP services.

Is hands-on experience part of the internship?

Yes, the intern will work on hands-on projects involving the assembly of custom electrical harnesses and the construction of test fixtures.

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PACCAR

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services, information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business. Kenworth Truck Company builds premium commercial vehicles for sale in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Australia and for export throughout the world. Peterbilt Motors also designs, manufactures and distributes premium commercial vehicles in the US and Canada. DAF Trucks manufactures trucks in the Netherlands, Belgium, Brasil and the United Kingdom for sale throughout Western and Eastern Europe, and export to Asia, Africa, North and South America. PACCAR Parts operates a network of parts distribution centers offering aftermarket support to Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF dealers and customers around the world. Aftermarket support includes customer call centers operating 24 hours a day throughout the year and technologically advanced systems to enhance inventory control and expedite order processing. PACCAR Financial Services provides finance, lease and insurance services to dealers and customers in 224 countries including a portfolio of more than 175,000 trucks and trailers and total assets in excess of $12 billion. The group includes PACCAR Leasing, a major full-service truck leasing company in North America, with a fleet of over 39,000 vehicles. Environmental responsibility is one of PACCAR’s core values. The company regularly develops new programs to help protect and preserve the environment and PACCAR has established ambitious goals to further reduce emissions and enhance fuel efficiency in its truck models.