Engineering Student - Automation - Winter 2027

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; Quebec; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation in Montreal seeks an Engineering Student in Processes and Automation for a 4- or 8-month assignment starting January 2027. You will design automated systems to accelerate and facilitate routine tasks, while emphasizing safety and human-robot collaboration.

You will explore technologies such as robots, vision systems, quality control and preventive maintenance, collaborating with engineering and production teams on both lab and shop floor tasks;

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in automation engineering, mechanical or electrical engineering or computer science with two years completed.
• Proven technical skills in SQL, Python and VBA.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with stakeholders.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced, evolving environment; bilingual French/English.
• Experience in aerospace environment and high-volume production is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, commissioning, improvement and maintenance of automated equipment.
• Integration of systems involving computer, mechanical, electronic, robotics and vision technologies.
• Assess impact of automation on costs, training, productivity and organization.
• Develop ERP/MES links with production (industry 4.0).
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams with safety first.

Skills

SQL

Python

VBA

Bilingual FR/EN

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in automation, mech, electrical engineering or CS

Tools

UR robots

ERP systems

MES systems

AI (Automation tech)

Job description

Job Category : Engineering

• Posted : October 20, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC H9X3R2, CAN

Description

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space 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 global MDA Space team of more than 4,000 space experts 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. For more information, visit www.mda.space .

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

We’re on the hunt for a motivated and talented Engineering Student in our Processes and Automation department at our Montreal office. This is a 4 or 8 months assignation starting in January 2027.

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:

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;
• Knowledge of Al;
• Experience in the aerospace environment;
• Experience in a high volume production environment;
• Knowledge of UR robots;
• Bilingualism (French/English) (interfaces with suppliers and colleagues outside of Quebec)

Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

MDA 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.