About the role#
Hexagon’s Autonomous Solutions division is looking for a Sales Engineering Intern to join our Business Development Technology Integration team in Calgary. This role focuses on hands-on work with positioning, autonomy, and multi-sensor technologies. You will collaborate with software, systems, and integration experts to develop embedded software, build prototypes, and support customer trials. This position is based on-site, as lab and vehicle work are central to the role.
What you'll do#
- Support embedded software development, including sensor bring-up, driver integration, and firmware debugging.
- Integrate radar, lidar, and camera sensors with GNSS/INS systems.
- Develop and test CAN bus interfaces and work within ROS environments.
- Build and assemble proof-of-concept prototypes for demonstrations and customer trials.
- Install sensors and equipment in vehicles, including minor modifications.
- Fabricate antenna mounts, equipment brackets, and sensor mounting plates.
- Troubleshoot sensor communication issues and reproduce customer-reported problems in the lab.
- Test and validate embedded configurations in both lab and field environments.
- Document software processes, configurations, and team procedures.
- Support pre-sales technical activities and post-sales follow-up.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an Engineering Internship or Co-op program, having completed at least your 2nd or 3rd year of studies.
- Enrollment in Electrical Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related program.
- Availability for a minimum 12-month work term at 37.5 hours per week.
- Experience with C/C++ and/or Python programming.
- Comfort with hands-on physical work in a lab or workshop, including basic hand tools and fabrication.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with student vehicle projects, sensor mounting, or interfacing is an asset.
- Familiarity with embedded Linux, real-time operating systems, or bare-metal development.
- Knowledge of CAN bus protocols, ROS or ROS2, and GNSS/INS positioning systems.
- Experience with mechanical fabrication, such as drilling, tapping, or working with aluminum extrusion and sheet metal.
Location & details#
- Location: Calgary, Alberta.
- Term: Summer 2027 start.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
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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