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Paccar2027 Summer Internship: Vehicle Performance Test Engineer (Denton, TX, US, 76205-7864)
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LocationDenton, TX, US, 76205-7864
Work modeon-site
Typeinternship
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
First seenNov 3, 2026 · 2d ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Currently enrolled in an Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, NVH Engineering, or a related program
Self-starter and Resourceful
Interest in collecting, analyzing, and reporting on tests
Experience with professional grade data acquisition systems
Statistical analysis in Minitab, MATLAB, Excel, Python, and C++
Exceptional Microsoft Office
Excellent verbal and written communication
Multi-tasking
Strong Professionalism
Analytical
Skills
Siemens
HEADacoustics
Q-Source
Minitab
MATLAB
Excel
Python
C++
Microsoft Office
Benefits
401(k)
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid holidays
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Employee assistance program
Professional development
Stipend assistance
Company Information
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 power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
Peterbilt Motors Company
On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt’s red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America’s premium quality truck manufacturer since the company’s founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers’ performance, image, profitability and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.
Requisition Summary
Peterbilt Motors Company, a PACCAR Company, has an internship for students currently enrolled in college. This opening is for a Vehicle Performance, Test and Analysis Intern to add to our Vehicle Performance & Vehicle Properties team in Denton, Texas.
Job Responsibilities
This position will be working on various projects and reports to include but not limited to:
Test Setups and Data Collection:
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Siemens and HEADacoustics data acquisition and data post processing
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Q-Source noise generator and microphone arrays positioned to capture acoustic signatures and air-borne transfer path analysis
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Accelerometers mounted on vehicle structures to measure vibration
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Electro-dynamic shaker generating controlled excitation on test articles
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Data collection during lab and on-road environments
Statistical Analysis Quantifying System Level Contribution:
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Mean, standard deviation, and percentile distributions of noise/vibration metrics
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Time-domain waveform analysis
Benchmarking Studies:
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Comparative analysis against competitor vehicles
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Variance analysis (ANOVA) to identify significant differences
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Correlation studies between design parameters and NVH performance
Required Qualifications
The candidate we seek will be currently enrolled in an Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, NVH Engineering, or a related program.
Preferred Qualifications
The skills that are important to be successful in this position are as follows:
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Self-starter and Resourceful
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Interest in collecting, analyzing, and reporting on tests
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Experience with professional grade data acquisition systems
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Statistical analysis in Minitab, MATLAB, Excel, Python, and C++
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Exceptional Microsoft Office
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Excellent verbal and written communication
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Multi-tasking
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Strong Professionalism
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Analytical
General Description of Internship Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options including:
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Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
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Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
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Paid holidays
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Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
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Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
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EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
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Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth, training, and development opportunities
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Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
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This position may offer stipend assistance benefits
Additional Job Board Information
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation. Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups – The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women’s Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership and Development (B.O.L.D) and Peterbilt+ (An LGBTQ support group).
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