Geomatics Engineering Intern - GNSS Algorithms

NovAtel Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexagon's Autonomous Solutions seeks a Geomatics Engineering Intern for a 12-month term based in Calgary, AB. You will contribute to GNSS signal tracking, GNSS/INS positioning, and post-mission processing within a team of experts.

The role offers hands-on design, development and testing opportunities, with exposure to GNSS-related technologies and product lifecycle activities in a global leader in digital reality solutions.

Qualifications

• Registered in Engineering Internship/Co-op program and have completed at least your 2nd or 3rd year by the start of your work term.
• Enrolled in Electrical, Computer, Software, or Geomatics Engineering, or Computer Science at a recognized post secondary institution.
• Available for a minimum 12 month work term, 37.5 hours a week.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Work with industry-leading experts to collect data for investigation into existing and new technologies. Analyze performance and functional data using statistical and graphical analysis.
• Perform both formal testing and exploratory testing; as well as update documentation to create system knowledge and enhance product robustness. Includes usage of GNSS simulation tools to develop repeatable automated tests.
• Assist in and work on projects to analyze and automatically monitor GNSS constellation behaviour.
• Investigate reported field issues, and potentially perform customer service duties.
• Investigation of problems and potentially resolve system defects.
• Assist in improving and expanding existing regression testing capabilities.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science

Software Engineering

Geomatics Engineering

Education

Engineering Internship/Co-op program

Masters or PhD eligible

Tools

Microsoft Visual C++

Python

Kibana

JavaScript

Job description

Overview

Hexagon's Autonomous Solutions, is looking for a Geomatics Engineering Intern to join our high-tech engineering and manufacturing company for the period of May 03, 2027 to May 2, 2028. To support our focus on delivering high quality products, we are looking for an enthusiastic internship student to add to one of our Geomatics teams. This role will focus on design, development and testing of GNSS signal tracking, GNSS/INS positioning and post mission processing features within our Novatel product line. This role offers you the chance to work hands-on with our tracking and positioning technologies within one or more teams. By working with world-leading experts you will gain a theoretical understanding of GNSS/INS and its practical application. Over the course of the internship you will work on multiple projects at different phases of the product lifecycle.

The Location: Hexagon is a global company with locations around the world. This position is based onsite in Calgary, AB.

Responsibilities

As a Geomatics Engineering Internresponsibilities include:

• Work with industry-leading experts to collect data for investigation into existing and new technologies. Analyze performance and functional data using statistical and graphical analysis
• Perform both formal testing and exploratory testing; as well as update documentation to create system knowledge and enhance product robustness. Includes usage of GNSS simulation tools to develop repeatable automated tests
• Assist in and work on projects to analyze and automatically monitor GNSS constellation behaviour
• Investigate reported field issues, and potentially perform customer service duties
• Investigation of problems and potentially resolve system defects
• Assist in improving and expanding exiting regression testing capabilities

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Registered in the Engineering Internship/Co-op program and have completed at least your 2nd or 3rd year of studies by the start of your work term
  • Masters and PhD students are also eligible
• Enrolled in Electrical, Computer, Software, or Geomatics Engineering, or Computer Science at a recongized post secondary institution
• Available for a minimum12 month work term, 37.5 hours a week
• Strong academic credentials
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written

Key Success Factors:

• Able to work in a collaborative team environment
• Confident Self-starter
• Detail oriented person able to follow complex instructions with a “first-time right” attitude
• Motivated by challenging work
• You are comfortable working individually but know when to ask for help

Nice-to-Have:

• Knowledge of GPS/GNSS/INS
• Experience with Microsoft Visual C++, Python, Kibana, JavaScript

The Company: Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications. You’ll be joining over 24,000 people in 50 countries on the leading edge of your field.

This position is with Hexagon’s Autonomous Solutions, a global technology leader, pioneering end-to-end solutions for assured positioning and autonomy on land, sea, and air. Our work touches every aspect of life, from sustainability on Earth to enabling autonomy. Come see why we are recognized as one of Alberta's Top 75 Employers since 2020!

This job posting closes onSepmtember 28, 2026