Student, Design Engineering

General Dynamics Land Systems–Canada; London; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense manufacturer in London, Ontario is seeking a Design Engineering student to support design activities for Light Armoured Vehicles. The role involves completing design tasks, ensuring compliance, and maintaining communication with stakeholders. Applicants should be pursuing a degree in engineering and possess strong communication skills. This position is a great opportunity for hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, with potential travel within Canada and internationally.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in engineering.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary.
• Ability to travel within Canada and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned design tasks and inform the supervisor of progress.
• Ensure designs are peer reviewed by the mentor.
• Maintain professional communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

University degree or College Diploma in relevant engineering discipline

Tools

Teamcenter Active Workspace

Job description

Description

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The anticipated start date for the role is May 2026, with an expected 4-month term. However, a variety of start dates and durations for this role are possible. Feel free to indicate your availability on your application.

At General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada, we manufacture Light Armoured Vehicles in our on-site production facility. The Design Engineering student role supports full life cycle design activity on any assigned tasks within an assigned subsystem and will assist in overcoming design challenges. In addition, to assist the team in design fit, form, & functionality, ensuring compliance to requirements across the team.

Key Job Elements and Responsibilities

• Complete discrete assigned design tasks while keeping supervisor regularly informed on progress.
• Ensure all designs are peer reviewed by technical lead or assigned mentor.
• Identify and share opportunities for self development.
• Maintain active and professional communication with all involved stakeholders.
• Share continuous improvement ideas.
• Support quality and RCCA related activities as requested.

Required Qualifications

• Student in good standing and on track to achieving a University degree or College Diploma in relevant engineering discipline
• Superior oral and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to travel (5% Canada) and (5% US & International) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
• Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Requirements for confined space

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Teamcenter Active Workspace or similar PLM software.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and/or hands on practical experience.
• Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge of Configuration Management principles.