Overview

Hexagon Autonomous Solutions is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our GNSS positioning hardware team for a 1-year period from May 3, 2027 to May 2, 2028 . This role emphasizes mechanical design, enclosure development, design verification, and hands-on hardware validation supporting the innovation of precision positioning technologies.

You will gain practical experience designing and validating GNSS products, antennas, and ruggedized electronics enclosures using up-to-date CAD tools and environmental test equipment. The role includes exposure to the full product development cycle, from concept and prototype development through qualification testing and manufacturing release.

Location: Calgary, AB (onsite)

Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, your contributions will include:

- Create and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, detailed drawings, and engineering documentation.
- Design GNSS product enclosures, antenna housings, seals, gaskets, mounting systems, and test fixtures.
- Support PCB integration and packaging while considering antenna performance, EMI, and EMC requirements.
- Create manufacturing drawings including GD&T; and tolerance analysis.
- Build, assemble, and evaluate prototypes for fit, function, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Develop and execute design verification (DVT) test specifications plans and procedures.
- Support environmental testing including Sine Sweep, Random Vibration, HALT, thermal cycling, ingress protection, and leak testing.
- Analyze test results, troubleshoot failures, and participate in root-cause investigations.
- Participate in Design FMEA (DFMEA) activities to improve product robustness and reliability.




- Work with suppliers and manufacturing teams on materials, processes, tooling, and product quality.
- Contribute to design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives for mechanical design and testing processes.

Qualifications

Must-Have:

- Registered in an Engineering Internship/Co-op program (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, or related discipline) and completed at least 2nd or 3rd year of studies by the start of the work term.
- Strong academic credentials.
- Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, NX, Inventor, or similar.
- Strong communication skills (oral and written).
- Available for a 12-month, full-time (37.5 h/week) internship in Calgary, AB.

Nice-to-Have:

- Interest in mechanical product design, electronics packaging, or precision positioning technologies.
- Familiarity with GD&T;, engineering drawings, and tolerance analysis.
- Experience with enclosure design, sealing methods, and leak prevention techniques.
- Familiarity with environmental qualification testing including vibration, shock, HALT, thermal cycling, and ingress protection testing.
- Understanding of DFMEA, root-cause analysis, and reliability engineering concepts.
- Experience integrating PCBs and electronic assemblies into mechanical designs.
- Awareness of EMI/EMC requirements and how mechanical design impacts GNSS antenna performance.
- Experience with rapid prototyping, machining, or 3D printing.

Key Success Factors:

- Strong attention to detail and a "first-time right" mindset.
- Comfortable working independently and within a collaborative team.
- Motivated by challenging technical work with a focus on quality and precision.
- Able to follow complex instructions while knowing when to ask for help.

This job posting closes onOctober 4, 2026.

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