Product Development Engineering Co-op

ATS Automation • Cambridge, ON

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Product Development Engineering Co-op will work primarily within the Mechanical Engineering Team and in collaboration with the Manufacturing Engineering team to support the development of the SuperTrak linear motion automation platform. The role will support the progression of product development projects through late-stage mechanical and electrical design, into prototyping, testing, and through preparations for manufacturing, all following an established New Product Introduction or ‘NPI’ framework. This role is ideal for the individual who wants experience in a full-scope product development process with the opportunity to be involved in some of the most critical aspects of bringing new and exciting technology products to market. This role requires up to 10% travel, primarily between ATS facilities within Cambridge, ON. Individuals must be eligible to travel when needed.

Requirements

• Students MUST upload a transcript with previous work term ratings (if applicable) and portfolio.
• Enrolled in a post-secondary program including Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Robotics or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Knowledge of Solidworks, DraftSight, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Communication and coordination skills using Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and Project.
• An ability to work and communicate effectively in a team environment.
• Individuals must be eligible to travel when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support automation product development projects in a multidisciplinary team including software, electrical design, electronics design, mechanical design, and mechanical assembly.
• Create and maintain multiple project plans on an ongoing basis, producing detailed and accurate weekly project status reports.
• Coordinate project timelines and deliverables with all project stakeholders.
• Participate in design reviews and facilitate design changes to improve quality, workability, and reduce cost.
• Assist in developing production processes to meet stated production volumes, including completion of time studies for various production processes.
• Conceptualize, evaluate, and maintain current and proposed plant layouts in DraftSight/AutoCAD.
• Develop equipment, jigs and fixtures list and support costing and procurement efforts.
• Assist in Jigs and Fixture design to support production processes using SolidWorks.
• Work with Engineering and Production Team Leads to build and test prototypes during the product qualification phase.
• Produce and update process documentation in the form of drawings or instructions, using Solidworks, DraftSight, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Bill of Material and routing creation and maintenance in MRP system.
• Implement Engineering Changes though the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process.
• Work in compliance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures
• Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods
• Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts
• Report defect in any equipment or protective device
• Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks
• Attend all required health, safety and environmental training
• Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor
• Assist in investigating accidents/incidents
• Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct

Benefits

• Comprehensive training including formal study and mentoring within your team
• Subsidized breakfast and lunch daily; free gourmet beverages - coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Plus, treat day is every other week!
• Receive five vacation days
• Half-Day Fridays
• Ability to participate in a variety of charitable events
• Social club that offers social events throughout the year

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree