Mechatronics Engineering Co-op (September 2024 / 2 Terms)

at  Miraterra

OVERVIEW

At Miraterra, we believe that soil health is crucial for mitigating climate change, increasing biodiversity and ensuring food security. We are a cleantech company using novel sensor technology, machine learning, and computational chemistry to generate soil insight and give farmers and agronomists the power to improve their soil health through data-driven decisions. This is the purpose that unifies and drives us and we are looking for brilliant and kind people who can join us in this mission.
We are a team of welcoming and ingenious scientists, engineers and business people who are focused on taking breakthrough products into the market. Miraterra existed for a couple years as a division in a larger corporation, Terramera, but is now spun out as a completely new company.

YOUR ROLE AT MIRATERRA

We are seeking a Mechatronics Engineering Co-op student to support our engineering team and machine shop and to play an important role in our growth. As an engineer at Miraterra, you will take pride in your work, using cutting-edge technology to help secure a greener future for all. You will work in a collaborative and supportive team alongside incredibly talented individuals who are creating industry-leading sensing technologies.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Engage in design, testing, technical writing and quality control system development.
• Design and debug low speed digital/analog circuits and contribute to PCBA component selection, schematic capture, layout and fabrication.
• Develop in C and C++ drivers for various system components.
• Design and assemble mechanical, electro-mechanical, and opto-mechanical assemblies, such as prototype and production sensors, fixtures and test benches to support ongoing development.
• Use Python scripts to implement and/or evaluate system functionality.
• Inspect and test electronic equipment and assemblies.
• Interpret mechanical assembly and wire harness drawings.
• Provide the mechatronics team with valuable design feedback for the assembly and maintenance of components.
• Perform quality control of finished parts using precision measuring instruments.
• Maintain safe operations by keeping the work area clean and organized, and by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Other relevant duties as required.