Manufacturing Systems Engineering Co-op

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.

Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

This intern will work with the Aftermarket Solutions team to remanufacture end-of-life or failed semitruck engines and transmissions. They will explore the various parts that make up an engine and how they are maintained/reconstructed to give the customer the highest quality possible. This intern will gain hands on experience by working with operators, technicians, and engineers while trying to improve various manufacturing processes across multiple facilities. Complement your education by applying it to real world scenarios.

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 provided
• Employee resource groups
• Event ticket offering (based on corporate availability)
• Company social events

What You Drive at DTNA

• Utilize problem solving techniques to analyze problems and recommend solutions.  Work close with manufacturing in the development and implementation of solutions.
• Develop a thorough understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Innovate through devoted work in machine design and fabrication.
• Draft and design tooling, fixtures and workstations to meet a desired need.
• Support Engineering and develop competency in the areas of precision machining and gauging.
• Perform Gage R & R and Machine Qualifications as well as interpret statistical data.
• Industrial engineering- including time studies, plant layout and ergonomic workstation development.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet plant objectives.
• Grow a safety culture where new and innovative methods can be used to ensure workplace safety.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by involvement in lean activities, workshops and blitzes.
• Manufacturing process documentation (routing, BOM, Work Instructions).
• Confer with vendors, staff and management regarding purchases, procedures, product specifications and manufacturing capabilities.
• 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) 
• Must be part of a Co-Op Internship program through your current college/university and have the ability to start in January, 2026
• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field
• Ability to read and create electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics  
• Competency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint
• Competency in AutoCAD and NX
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Creative mindset
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment 

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- 

Byesville, OH 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, West