Job Description

PA Consulting empowers people through design, engineering, and science. As a consultancy, PA works across an array of industries and disciplines to turn inventive ideas into innovative products that meet the challenging goals of our clients. We work in everything from surgical robotics to tiny audio devices to industrial construction tools.

We seek intern candidates who are dedicated to applying practical engineering skills and who look at this as an opportunity to learn and develop themselves while effectively working on-real world challenges.

PA engineering interns gain exposure to product development as members of active project teams. As activities are heavily project-determined, an intern could find themselves involved in different phases of the development cycle.

Typical intern activities may include:

• early phase conceptualization and brainstorming

• collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams

• design and fabrication of prototype mechanical models/systems

• use of SolidWorks or other CAD programs for mechanical design development

• use of basic shop tools and equipment

• troubleshooting of models/systems

• testing/optimization of systems for subsequent commercialization

• interfacing directly with vendors and potentially clients

• developing code to interface with electromechanical systems or analyze datasets

Qualifications

1. Ability to adjust to varying priorities and projects
2. Competent in Microsoft suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
3. CAD Skills preferred (Solid Edge)
4. FEA Skills preferred (Ansys)
5. Strong mechanical aptitude
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
7. Ability to present content effectively to all levels of employees, management, and vendors

*Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance (approximately an hour) to effectively support job responsibilities.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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