Rockwell Automation is hiring a Mechanical Design & Hardware Test Intern at OTTO By Rockwell Automation. In this hybrid role, you will support both design and testing phases of our AMR platforms, combining mechanical design tasks with hardware validation to ensure the performance and reliability of our products.
What You'll Do
- Support the design, verification, and upkeep of mechanical systems for robots, including structural components for unmanned vehicles.
- Assist with prototyping new electromechanical systems and validating their functionality.
- Model and draft custom parts and assemblies using SolidWorks.
- Source and qualify new mechanical components and systems, ensuring they meet quality standards.
- Create and implement test plans for system performance and safety.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and improve mechanical systems based on test and field feedback.
- Develop and execute validation tests for system functionality, vehicle dynamics, and performance targets.
- Collect and analyze data from stress tests, troubleshooting, and failure analysis to inform development.
- Design and commission test setups, including developing test fixtures and measuring system reliability.
- Help with vehicle dynamic performance validation and analysis.
- Prepare detailed reports documenting testing conditions, methods, and results to optimize performance.
- Collaborate with other teams to ensure integration and coordination of tests and workflows.
What We're Looking For
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
Nice to Have
- Experience with vehicle dynamics analysis or testing.
- Familiarity with multibody modeling tools like MAPLESIM, ADAMS, or Simspace.
- Prior exposure to vibration, HALT/HASS testing, or reliability testing.
- Experience with Linux-based operating systems.
- Knowledge of ROS, C++, or Python programming for robotics applications.
- Prior work in machine shops or with manufacturing processes.
Technical Stack
- SolidWorks
- Python
- Linux
- ROS
- C++
- MAPLESIM
- ADAMS
- Simspace
Team & Environment
You will report to the Manager, Flatbed AMR Development.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $18-$32/hourly
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Kitchener, ON.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.
