Internship, Mechanical Design Engineer, Automated Test Equipment (Fall 2026)

What To Expect Consider before submitting an application:

This position is expected to start August or September 2026 and continue through fall term (ending approximately December 2026 or later, if available). We ask for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time (40 hours/week) and on-site, for most internships. Our internship program is for students who are actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates seeking employment after graduation and not returning to school should apply for full-time positions, not internships.

International Students: If your work authorization is through CPT, please consult your school on your ability to work 40 hours per week before applying. You must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site. Many students will be limited to part-time during the academic year.

Location: Ontario, Canada

We seek highly motivated hands-on engineering students for a mechanical design position on the Manufacturing Test Engineering group as part of the “machine that builds the machine”. The group is focused on creating robust, beautiful, data-centric production testing equipment for Tesla’s power electronic components in vehicle, stationary storage, humanoid robot and charging products.

The ideal candidates take pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills, and attention to detail, and appreciate an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded. The candidates look forward to learning an incredible amount on the job, excited to try themselves in the role of engineer and a technical project manager, and do not shy away from tremendous levels of responsibility.

What You'll Do- Produce detailed-level CAD models, pneumatic diagrams, create engineering drawings using GD&T practices - Verify designs using structural and thermal FEA and CFD, tolerance stack-up analysis - Propose innovative solutions for equipment design on part and assembly level - Support building, debugging, validation and equipment duplication efforts, and fine-tune equipment for release to production - Conduct detailed testing and validation of installed machinery to ensure robustness and quality - Perform on-site and off-site acceptance testing (SAT/FAT) of test equipment What You'll Bring- Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Science, Mechatronics or related field - Hands-on skills with tools, instruments, and measurement techniques - Versed in SolidWorks, or similar 3D CAD software - Familiarity with various part fabrication techniques (machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, laser cutting, 3D printing) - Preference for candidates with a portfolio showcasing various professional and personal projects (FSAE, BAJA, robotic competitions, and similar) - Exemplary verbal and written communication skills - Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail , Tesla