About the role#
Kraken Robotics is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineering student for a 4-month work term starting in January 2027. This position is based in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador. You will work directly with our Electrical Engineering team on subsea robotics, battery systems, and acoustic imaging equipment.
What you'll do#
- Perform design and drawing tasks for subsea robotics and acoustic imaging systems.
- Assist in the design and development of printed circuit boards (PCBs).
- Design wiring harnesses and cable assemblies while considering signal integrity and thermal management.
- Help develop system architectures and integrate electrical components.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, including schematics, manuals, and procedures.
- Manage product data using Product Data Management software.
- Participate in design reviews and weekly engineering meetings.
- Coordinate with internal departments including Mechanical, Software, Production, and Procurement.
- Develop test plans, conduct validation testing, and provide technical support to the Production team.
What you'll need#
- Currently completing a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
- Academic eligibility for a work term.
- Experience or exposure to Altium, Zuken E3, Colab, or similar CAD programs for PCB and wiring harness design.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently or within a team.
- Strong problem-solving skills, creative design ability, and high attention to detail.
- Assets include experience with marine survey equipment like ROVs or AUVs, battery design, technical writing, and high voltage systems.
Location & details#
- Location: Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 (4-month duration).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
About Kraken Robotics
Kraken Robotics is a marine technology company based in Mount Pearl Park, Newfoundland and Labrador. Founded in 2012, the firm designs and develops sensors for unmanned underwater vehicles. It serves both commercial and military clients. The company specializes in synthetic aperture sonar technology for underwater imaging.
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