Electrical Engineering Co-op / Internship

About the role

EMS-Tech Inc., an engineering firm specializing in the design and supply of bulk material handling equipment, is looking for an Electrical Engineering Co-op Intern. The role sits within a global engineering team working on large machines and conveyor systems, with 2 months spent at the Ontario head office. It is based in Burnaby, British Columbia, with 5 days a week in the office (Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week).

Key responsibilities

• Interpret conceptual designs and calculations prepared by others, and complete analysis, layout and calculation details.
• Select electrical components such as transformers, switchgear, cables, motor control centers, motors and control components.
• Use software for lighting calculations, PLC programming, HMI programming, VFD drive parameter setting and field device programming, and develop hand calculation methods to verify analysis.
• Develop 2-D CAD drafting skills (E3 Wireworks or AutoCAD) and produce drawings to company standards.
• Learn the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and other standards such as NEC, IEEE, IEC, ABS, Lloyds, DNV.
• Prepare and check general arrangement and detail drawings, and write technical reports for component and equipment inspections.
• Work with spreadsheets such as Excel and perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Rising Electrical Engineering student entering their 3rd or 4th year of study.
• Willingness to commit to a 12-14 month internship (May 2027 to May 2028, extendable to August 2028).
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, able to work collaboratively and independently and communicate across business units and with management.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook.
• PLC programming and HMI programming.
• CAD drafting (AutoCAD or E3 Wireworks).

Applicants apply through the company's careers page; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.