Mechanical Engineering Student
Renaissance Repair and Supply•Ottawa, ON
•Onsite
About The Position
Terra Nova is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineering Student / Intern for a fixed-term contract position, to support our cable and harness manufacturing operations, with exposure to military programs. This role provides hands-on experience in technical data review, BOM creation, cost estimation, and manufacturing process support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and interested in developing practical engineering skills in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment. Strong analytical thinking, organization, and collaboration skills are key to success in this role.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Interest in manufacturing, cable and harness assembly, or aerospace/military industries
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering drawings
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Must meet the eligibility requirements of the Controlled Goods Directorate (CGD)
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems is an asset but not required
Responsibilities
- Assist in reviewing technical drawings and data packages for custom cable and harness products
- Support the development of costing BOMs and collaborate with Procurement to gather material and tooling information
- Assist in estimating labor hours (engineering and production) based on guidance from senior team members
- Participate in time studies and data collection to support continuous improvement of costing accuracy
- Support the development and documentation of cable assembly processes, including routing and work instructions
- Assist in evaluating manufacturing methods, tooling, and equipment capabilities
- Help identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
- Collect and analyze production data to support process optimization initiatives
- Assist during first article builds to ensure alignment with engineering drawings and specifications
- Support the creation of work instructions, basic test plans, and documentation
- Work with production teams to help ensure a smooth transition from prototype to production
- Assist in creating and updating manufacturing BOMs under supervision
- Support data entry and validation in ERP/MRP systems for production planning
- Help monitor material availability and coordinate with procurement and production teams
- Assist in identifying alternative materials or components when required
- Support the Quality Control (QC) team with documentation during inspections
- Assist in troubleshooting basic manufacturing or quality issues
- Help ensure documentation aligns with internal procedures and applicable standards
- Participate in data collection and basic analysis for process improvement initiatives
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Career Level
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