About the role#
This is a full-time, 16-month internship based in Toronto. You will join the Hardware Test Engineering team to support the development and maintenance of simulators and automated test equipment. This role operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring flexibility to work onsite as needed. You will be paid for your work and will have access to company social events and a mentorship program.
What you'll do#
- Support the documentation of simulator and automated hardware test equipment designs.
- Maintain, assemble, and troubleshoot test equipment and simulators.
- Manage the approval and release process for documentation within a PLM system.
- Coordinate with Component Engineering to request part numbers for new components.
- Assist in the upgrade and modification of existing test systems.
- Validate and debug simulators using LabView and TestStand.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in an Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Engineering Science, or Engineering Physics degree program.
- Completion of at least three years of your undergraduate degree.
- At least one semester of coursework remaining after the internship ends.
- Previous co-op or internship experience.
- Familiarity with CAD software, schematic design, and mechanical component specifications.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or in a team.
- High attention to detail and strong critical thinking skills.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: May 2027 to August 2028.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
About Hitachi
Hitachi is a global company based in Tokyo, Japan. It operates across four sectors including digital systems, energy, mobility, and connective industries. The firm integrates information technology and operational technology to manage industrial systems and infrastructure. It maintains a workforce of over 280,000 employees across more than 140 countries.
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