Mechanical Design Co-op (Jan 2027)
Blue Robotics · Victoria, Canada ·
- Employment
- Internship
- Category
- Design
A co-op (student internship) mechanical design role at Blue Robotics in Victoria, Canada: the co-op designs and tests underwater-robot hardware such as pressure-rated enclosures, brushless motors, battery modules, and vehicle frames, using CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks), creating validation and lab test plans, and building supplier relationships.
Responsibilities
- Design new and complex mechanical assemblies, such as pressure-rated enclosures, brushless motors, battery modules, connectors, lights, electronics trays, cameras, and vehicle frames
- Evaluate system failure modes, create validation plans and support the execution of these plans
- Component and vehicle-level testing for performance, durability, reliability, and variability
- Design new lab testing equipment and perform lab testing
- Find, communicate with, and build relationships with new suppliers
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an Engineering degree in a related field (Mechanical Engineering, Eng Phys, Mechatronics, etc.)
- Proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting of components and assemblies in at least one CAD software package (Solidworks, NX, CATIA, Inventor, Fusion, Onshape, etc)
- Strong and growing foundation in statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, and engineering materials
- Designed, built, and tested some interesting things so far
- Deep, insatiable impulse to understand, and leverage that understanding to create new things
- Innate desire to collaborate, learn, and adapt
Benefits:
- Paid holidays + 6 PTO days
- Educational reimbursement - up to $500.00
- Relocation reimbursement - up to $1,500.00
How to Apply:
Please complete our short application, and submit your resume, cover letter, and project portfolio. Project portfolios are accepted in any format, or can be appended to your resume. Pictures of your work are appreciated!