Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:



As an engineering intern at Pliteq, you may have the opportunity to work closely in one or more of the 4 areas listed below;



Business Development:


Assist in all aspects of major projects in the region that require acoustical design solutions and/or that use Pliteq and competitors' products in commercial and other building types

Assist in project identification and tracking leading up to a successful sale

Scheduling meetings with world class architects so that our team can present highly technical data and assemblies

Create opportunities for Pliteq product specifications

Contribute creatively to new product development as well as any other areas of business

Using a clear framework, manage a campaign focused on a specific product class and project application

Assist in the creation of technical documentation




Process Engineering:


Identify way to improve our overall manufacturing process by suggesting and implementing improvements to assist with quality, cost, efficiency and of course, safety.

Develop and troubleshoot new equipment during initial start-up.

Support production with problem solving and support maintenance when equipment and/or process issues arise.

Monitor and reduce scrap levels, disposition seconds into useable product.




R&D & Quality in The Lab:


Review products for quality and conformance standards

Inspect, collect, prepare and test samples products to ensure they comply with specifications and standards

Assist in developing quality standards and providing quality systems training




AutoCad Take-Offs:


Draft AutoCAD take-off engineering drawings used for construction projects around the world, the Pliteq website and to support sales and field installation efforts

Become a subject matter expert in producing layout drawings using CAD software

Gain knowledge in being able to provide individualized recommendations on products based on customers acoustical needs




All other duties and special projects as required:


Work closely with engineers, managers and other employees and complete all tasks timely.

Incorporate academic knowledge into hands-on work

Undertaking projects and tasks as necessary/requested by engineers

Data collection and analysis as assigned

Attending and participating in meetings, workshops, events, exhibitions and tradeshows where necessary

Assist on compiling product samples and literature for client requests and tradeshows

Coordinate engineering test reports onto secure website by uploading reports, inputting detailed data, creating and uploading engineering drawings, and update database information

Organize engineering drawing database including cataloging, cross-checking for discrepancies, updating database with new drawings

Organize drawing database on Google Drive including cataloging and updating for each Pliteq product offering

Answer customer requests by phone or email, pleasantly.

Identifying any potential weaknesses (processes, systems, etc) and offering improvement suggestions

Data entry into ERP programs




WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?



Are you a budding Engineer interested in sustainability and helping the environment?



If so, apply to be a part of our student internship program, and play a part in helping us create a more sustainable building environment!



We are looking for people who inherently like to go above and beyond, are purpose-driven, enjoy a fast pace, don't get stressed when needing to pivot, strive for growth and are just awesome people to work and play with.


Must be enrolled in post-secondary education at a recognized institution

Enrollment in a Bachelor's of Engineering program preferred

Experience working with CAD software considered an asset

Thrive in a team oriented and autonomous work environment

Have strong communication and interpersonal skills


8, 12, or 16 month opportunities available starting May or September!



Area of work is determined based on candidates interest, and availability.