About the role#
Blue Robotics builds components and systems for marine robotics. We help people and organizations explore oceans and waterways. Our R&D team in Victoria works on the full design cycle, from initial whiteboard sketches to volume-manufactured products. As a Mechanical Design Co-op, you will take on the same responsibilities as our full-time engineers. You will design real products rather than working on a manufacturing line.
What you'll do#
- Design complex mechanical assemblies, including pressure-rated enclosures, brushless motors, battery modules, connectors, lights, electronics trays, cameras, and vehicle frames.
- Evaluate system failure modes, create validation plans, and support the execution of these plans.
- Perform component and vehicle-level testing for performance, durability, reliability, and variability.
- Design new lab testing equipment and carry out lab testing.
- Find, communicate with, and build relationships with new suppliers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering degree or a related field.
- Proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting using at least one CAD software package.
- A strong foundation in statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, and engineering materials.
- Experience designing, building, and testing projects.
- An impulse to understand how things work and a desire to create new things.
- An ability to collaborate, learn, and adapt.
Location & details#
- Location: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Paid, full-time.
- Benefits: Paid holidays, 6 PTO days, up to $500 for educational reimbursement, and up to $1,500 for relocation reimbursement.
About Blue Robotics
Blue Robotics produces components for marine robotics. The company designs products like thrusters, ROVs, and autonomous boats for ocean exploration. Founded in 2014, it operates out of Torrance, California. The organization employs 65 people and maintains a second office in Victoria, British Columbia.
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