Job Description

Shawcor is a growth-oriented, global energy services company that operates through 5 groups which focus on technology-based products and services for the pipeline and pipe services market and the petrochemical and industrial market with manufacturing and service facilities located in over fifteen countries around the world. The Automotive & Industrial Group at Shawcor, with DSG Canusa and Shawflex brands is financially positioned to continue its growth and success well into the future. Shawcor\'s Connection Systems application expertise and products provide electrical and mechanical solutions for the Electrical/Utility, Industrial, Automotive, and Electronics markets.

The Automotive and Industrial Group at Shawcor with DSG -Canusa and Shawflex brands is a leading global manufacturer of heat shrinkable tubing, electrical cable, cable accessories and related equipment. The student will be responsible in supporting product development activities through material sample preparation and testing, coordinating and running production trials, working with outside testing laboratories, supporting regulatory compliance activities and supporting product performance troubleshooting activities.

Job Title: Intern

Department: Product Development

Job Location: Toronto

Job Length: 16 months

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Assisting a Product Development Specialist to:

• Develop new products including novel polymeric materials formulations and product configurations in heat shrink tubing and wire and cable applications
• Mix formulations and prepare samples for test
• Test products for various physical, chemical and electrical characteristics
• Analyze product installation and application capability
• Coordinate and run production trials under the guidance of senior team members
• Support continuous improvement activities
• Contribute to the preparation of reports to document performance capabilities for customers
• Assess materials composition for regulatory compliance

Qualifications:

• Completed 2nd or 3rd year of Materials, Chemical or Industrial Engineering
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills, forward thinking
• Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques
• Highly developed communication skills, both written and verbal
• Fast learner & ability to both lead and work within a team
• Leader will to take on a \xe2\x80\x9chands-on\xe2\x80\x9d approach
• Positive attitude, goal driven, team player

What Shawcor Offers

• We understand times have changed and so have we. Shawcor offers flexible work arrangements (where possible) to suit your needs
• We recognize your efforts in personalized and meaningful ways such as: Competitive salary, Incentive pay, Medical benefits, Retirement savings plan, Paid vacation days, Education Assistance Program and confidential access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Participation in Service Milestone Awards and ongoing recognition opportunities
• Access to Mental Health support resources such as our personalized Mental Health and Wellness platform offered through Headversity
• Employees are provided with personalized opportunities to support interests and career development (including Global Career and travel opportunities)
• Commitment to continuously promote a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace environment
• Challenging and rewarding opportunities supported by training initiatives
• We value ESG at Shawcor through company events, including volunteering opportunities for employees, social gatherings, community engagement opportunities and team building exercises
• At Shawcor, safety comes first! We go the extra mile to ensure our employees are safe and healthy
• We\'re working to create a better world. Join us!

Backed by the strengths of Shawcor, DSG-Canusa and ShawFlex brands form the Automotive & Industrial Group. We manufacture a complete range of custom engineered cable, advanced cable accessories including heat shrink tubing, and automated application equipment. By connecting, insulating, sealing and protecting valuable assets and equipment systems, we assure the reliability of electrical connectivity across a wide range of applications - including Power Utilities, Industrial, Automotive and Energy spaces.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we cannot accept telephone calls or emails regarding this position. All recruiting activities are managed via our applicant tracking system. Please apply online to be considered for this opportunity.

Shawcor welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. To begin a conversation about your individual accessibility needs throughout our recruitment process, please contact our HR team at accessibility@shawcor.com.

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