Engineering Student - Automation - Winter 2026

MDA; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm in Quebec is seeking an Engineering Student for a 4 or 8-month assignment to design automated systems and improve processes. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and skills in SQL, Python, and VBA. Suitable candidates will have strong communication skills and a desire to innovate in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team and contribute to exciting projects in the new space economy.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Bachelor's degree with at least two years completed.
• Proven technical skills in SQL, Python, and VBA.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, commissioning, improvement, and maintenance of automated equipment.
• Integrate systems involving computer and robotics technologies.
• Analyze and validate existing processes for new solutions.

Skills

Technical skills in SQL

Technical skills in Python

Technical skills in VBA

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to learn quickly

Education

Bachelor's degree in automation engineering, mechanical or electrical engineering or computer science

Job description

Overview

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

Position

We’re on the hunt for a motivated and talented Engineering Student in our Manufacturing department at our Montreal office. This is a 4 or 8 months assignment starting in January 2026.

Overall, the successful candidate would be treated similar to a new graduate joining our company, where tasks will be assigned relative to the level of schooling and experience achieved to date.

Role and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing automated systems to accelerate and facilitate various routine tasks. He will be asked to suggest and implement new technologies such as robots, vision systems, quality control and preventive maintenance tools in collaboration with the engineering and production teams. The devices to be designed are varied and complex and will have to integrate the health and safety of our employees in the first place. As part of his work, the automation engineer must constantly think about adapting his devices to cohabitation with the human worker. The candidate will have the chance to work both in the laboratory and on the production floor.

As our Engineering Student, you will:

Responsibilities:

• Design, commissioning, improvement and maintenance of automated equipment;
• Choice and integration of systems involving computer, mechanical, electronic, robotics and computer vision technologies;
• Assessment of the impact of the introduction of automated systems and equipment on costs, maintenance, staff training, productivity, work organization;
• Analyze and validate existing processes, while participating in the design, installation and deployment of new solutions;
• Develop satellite programs and databases to link our ERP/MES system with production (industry 4.0 mentality).

Experience and Skills Required

Interested candidates should be working towards a Bachelor’s degree in automation engineering, mechanical or electrical engineering or computer science with two (2) years completed.

• Proven technical skills in SQL, Python and VBA;
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with stakeholders;
• Motivation and ability to think for oneself, without supervision;
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment;
• Strong interest in innovation and new technologies;
• Knowledge of ERP systems;
• Knowledge of MES systems.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of AI;
• Experience in the aerospace environment;
• Experience in a high volume production environment;
• Knowledge of UR robots.

Application Instructions

Please upload a copy of both your Resume and your Transcript when you apply.

Comments/Special Considerations

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.

Equal Opportunity

MDA Ltd. is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.