Powertrain Vehicle Software Intern

Daimler Truck North America

. Support validation of feature content for vehicle efficiency across DTNA vehicle platforms and series products .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesEntry Level💰 $21 - $29 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vehicle efficiency testing and validation, utilizing programming skills and robotics hardware for instrumentation solutions. Strong analytical abilities in performance data evaluation and root cause analysis are essential for continuous improvement in vehicle software features.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Vehicle Efficiency TestingRoot Cause AnalysisProgramming ExpertiseData AnalysisMechanical Engineering

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Hard Skills

Vehicle Integration ValidationTest Case ExecutionPerformance Data AnalysisInstrumentation DevelopmentFuel Economy Evaluation

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCreative MindsetInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Robotics Industry HardwareData Collection ToolsVehicle Location Dashboard

Industry Keywords

Vehicle PlatformsPowertrain EfficiencyAerodynamic EfficiencyContinuous ImprovementTeam Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support validation of feature content for vehicle efficiency across DTNA vehicle platforms and series products
Execute test cases and provide feedback to design
Perform root cause analysis on issues
Support testing efforts and analyze performance data
Contribute to tools and processes evaluating fuel economy, aerodynamic and powertrain efficiency, and competitive benchmarks
Perform vehicle integration validation for vehicle software features
Conduct testing of trucks and systems to assess vehicle efficiency
Participate in continuous improvement activities within the test department
Develop a vehicle location dashboard for finding fleet vehicles
Develop and prototype instrumentation components to optimize and streamline data collection
Analyze vehicle efficiency test data
Apply programming expertise and robotics industry hardware for instrumentation solutions
Support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

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)
Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
Strong oral and written communication skills
Solid organizational skills
Creative mindset
Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States at the time of application
Position is not open to Visa sponsorship or existing Visa holders
Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Relocation assistance when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria