About the role#
Hexagon’s Autonomous Solutions division is looking for a Sales Engineering Intern to join our Business Development Technology Integration team. This role is based in Calgary, Alberta, and starts in May 2027. You will work with software, systems, and integration experts to develop embedded software, integrate GNSS and sensor technologies, build prototypes, and support customer trials. This is a hands-on position that requires working directly with hardware and software in a lab and vehicle environment.
What you'll do#
- Support embedded software development, including sensor bring-up, driver integration, firmware debugging, and C/C++ or Python development.
- Test and validate embedded configurations in lab and field environments.
- Integrate radar, lidar, and camera sensors with GNSS/INS systems.
- Develop and test CAN bus interfaces and work within ROS environments.
- Troubleshoot sensor communication issues and reproduce customer-reported problems in the lab.
- Build and assemble proof-of-concept prototypes for demonstrations and customer trials.
- Install sensors and equipment in vehicles.
- Fabricate antenna mounts, equipment brackets, and sensor mounting plates.
- Configure equipment to support technical investigations.
- Document software processes, configurations, and lessons learned.
- Contribute to technical documentation, team procedures, and best practices.
- Support pre-sales technical activities and post-sales follow-up.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an Engineering Internship/Co-op program with at least your 2nd or 3rd year of studies completed by the start of the term.
- Enrollment in Electrical Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related program.
- Demonstrated experience with C/C++ and/or Python programming.
- Comfort with hands-on physical work in a lab or workshop using basic hand tools and fabrication techniques.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with student vehicle projects, sensor mounting, or interfacing.
- Familiarity with embedded Linux, real-time operating systems, or bare-metal development.
- Experience with CAN bus protocols, ROS or ROS2, and Python scripting.
- Exposure to radar, lidar, or camera sensors in an automotive or robotics context.
- Familiarity with GNSS or GNSS+INS positioning systems.
- Experience with mechanical fabrication such as drilling, tapping, or working with aluminum extrusion and sheet metal.
- Interest in autonomous vehicles, mobile robotics, or intelligent transportation systems.
Location & details#
- Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
- Term: Summer 2027 start for a minimum 12-month duration.
- Schedule: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
- Modality: On-site only.
About Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence produces measurement and control instruments for industrial applications. The company develops software and hardware for metrology, including CMM, laser trackers, and 3D scanning equipment. It serves manufacturers by creating digital twins and providing data for quality control processes. Based in Cobham, Surrey, the company employs over 4,000 people and operates as a public entity.
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