About the role#
MistyWest is looking for an Engineering Co-op student for the Winter 2027 term. This position runs for 4 to 8 months starting in January. You will join a multidisciplinary team to work on product development and research across various industries. We work on many new and unproven applications, so you should be comfortable with ambiguity and learning new technologies.
What you'll do#
- Complete research and product development tasks.
- Collaborate with project managers and other engineers.
- Work on projects across different market segments.
What you'll need#
- You are a 4th or 5th year undergraduate student in Engineering or Physics.
- You have a working knowledge of electrical design, mechanical engineering, or firmware development.
- You are familiar with methods of applied mathematics and physics.
- Previous co-op experience is preferred.
- We look for candidates who show flexibility, adaptability, proactivity, motivation, and an aptitude for leadership.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
- You will work on-site at our office in Mount Pleasant 5 days a week.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
About MistyWest
MistyWest is an engineering design consultancy based in Vancouver. Founded in 2010, the firm employs between 11 and 50 people. It focuses on hardware solutions for industries like mining, clean tech, and smart infrastructure. The company specializes in embedded intelligence, deep tech, and connected sensors.
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