2026 IBL - Product and Engineering

Tasks

We’re Hiring: Industry Based Learning, Product Management and Engineering

At Daimler Truck Australia Pacific, we support Industry Based Learning year after year and continue to develop our internship program and the students who participate. We have had many successful applicants carve their future careers in our industry after building sound career foundations through our IBL program. Our company too, continues to be well positioned as a global leader in the manufacturing of high quality commercial vehicles with three high-profile brands - Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Fuso Truck and Bus and Freightliner. Innovators in our industry, we have a clear vision to be the undisputed leader of the truck and bus industry in Australia, and we share a common Daimler Trucks purpose across the globe- For All Who Keep The World Moving!

This 2026 IBL program focuses on two Product Management and Engineering roles and commences mid-January 2026. You will need to commit to full-time office hours until end of January 2027. To qualify for this program, you must be an undergraduate student currently completing your penultimate year of study. As at January 2026 you must have a remaining 12 months or 2 semesters of study to complete your degree. Ideally, this role would suit students undertaking a Mechanical Engineering degree, majoring in Mechatronics would be an advantage.

Based at our corporate Head Office in Mulgrave, and with an open mind towards today’s flexible working needs, we strive to offer fantastic on the job work experience combined with professional development opportunities to enable you to kick-start your future. We will provide you with on-going on-line and in-person learning opportunities to further supplement and support your growth and connectedness to your career.

The role:

As one of two new IBL 2026 – Product Management and Engineering students, you will be responsible for supporting the product management and engineering activities of Freightliner, Fuso and Mercedes-Benz Truck, and collaborating with your team to work towards achieving company goals.

Key tasks will include:

• Providing engineering technical support to dealers and body builders
• Assisting with the design, development and procurement of local kits
• Assisting with rating letters and spec sheets, assisting with the development of new model Specs and pricing
• Assisting with the safety feature demonstration days

Qualifications

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for two innovative and highly motivated students with a strong desire to help shape our fast-growing global business. As the successful candidates, you will apply your exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build positive business relationships, and will bring out of the box thinking along with a genuine passion for supporting Product and Engineering solutions within our industry. You will enjoy working in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Above all, as you will be working in a small team, you will be team oriented and have a flexible and adaptable attitude to the changing needs of the business. Your keen eye for detail will ensure accuracy in the work you produce, and enable you to develop or document new processes and initiatives. A strong interest in immersing yourself in this role will lead you to achieve greater insights into this business unit, and the Truck industry as a whole as you begin your career in Product and Engineering.

What’s Next?

#MAKEYOUR MOVE If you would like to be considered for this amazing opportunity, Make Your Move, apply now and please include your CV, cover letter and academic transcript. Applications close Friday 27th August.

This is a local, contract role. You must have a valid working visa for Australia / New Zealand for the entire length of the contract, to be able to apply for this position.

At Daimler Truck Australia Pacific, we believe our people make the difference. By joining our team, you will access generous employee benefits, such as discounted car leasing, on-site parking, employee assistance programs and much more. We understand everyone benefits from working differently, therefore our approach to learning is open and individually adaptable. Career pathways are supported through a network of learning and development programs, like our Women in Leadership Program and Mentoring Program, allowing everyone to grow at their own pace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We openly celebrate Diversity Day, International Women’s and Men’s Days and host guest speakers to foster a collaborative culture. Our team’s contributions are actively recognized through Employee Recognition and Reward programs. This celebrates our dynamic working culture and one where our people can be themselves.

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