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Test Engineering - Mechanical Tooling Designer Co-op

Reference #43970

Waterdown, Ontario

About L3HARRIS WESCAM

As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

About the Role

This is a 16 month co-op term to begin May 2027.  The Mechanical Tooling Engineer/Designer Intern is to assist for the concept, prototyping, design, and development of mechanical tooling to support the manufacturing build processes. This role will interface with the design teams, taking requirements from manufacturing engineers and creating solutions to address capacity, quality and waste reduction.  

Essential Skills Required

• Can work well and integrate within a team environment.
• Self-driven and motivated with the ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Strong troubleshooting/debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of what it takes to have a production ready solution.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to prepare detailed technical reports and specifications
• Excellent verbal and written communication and collaboration skills.
• Support quality practices (AS9100 and ISO9001)

Tasks to be Accomplished

• Design mechanical tooling to support product build, testing, and repair
• Engage closely with machine shops and operations engineering teams in assembly and verification of new tooling, trouble-shooting existing tools, and procuring parts for prototype units once a design is approved
• Creating and/or updating 3D mechanical models in CAD programs
• Work closely with the customer to gain knowledge of project specifications
• Guide internal customers and make recommendations to tooling requirements
• Generate details, assembly drawings and Bills of Material (BOM) for new and existing tooling projects
• Create tooling procedures and user manuals
• Utilize the PLM application (Team Center) to control tooling documentation and commercial parts creation
• Provide “Design For Manufacturability” input to the “New Product Introduction” process, relating to tooling
• Ensure manufacturing process optimization, capacity utilization, and waste reduction
• Develop novel and innovative technical solutions to solve Manufacturing build challenges
• Assist with preventive maintenance activities as required 
• Assemble and repair tooling and/or the coordination of outside services

Technical Skills Required

• Familiar with FEA for static and dynamics analysis
• Familiar with drawing standards and mechanical design GD&T standard practice
• Fundamental knowledge of a 3D CAD system, preferably SolidWorks
• Familiar with strength of materials and classical analysis methods
• Familiar with machining and fabrication manufacturing techniques and processes
• Familiar with rapid prototyping techniques and methods
• Familiar with Materials Science
• Strong communication skills and the ability to prepare detailed technical reports and specifications

Desired Education and Experiences 

• Enrolled in a Community College or University Mechanical Engineering Program
• Must be able to complete a 16 month Co-Op term starting May 2027
• Currently enrolled and in good standing with co-op program through accredited university
• Able to obtain Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) clearance

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that diversity among our employees makes us a stronger organization.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our L3Harris WESCAM family, and our community by welcoming and encouraging applications from anyone interested without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, Aboriginal status or any other legally-protected groups. For people with disabilities, we work with you throughout the recruitment process to ensure you have what you need in order to be at your best. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment/interview process, or as you begin your career with us just let us know and we will take care of you. 

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.