Robotics Engineering Intern- R&D Summer 2026 at Magna… · Troy

Summary: Magna International is a leading mobility technology company that specializes in automotive technologies. They are seeking a Robotics Engineering summer student to contribute to the Advanced Manufacturing department by creating new automation solutions and enhancing efficiencies through advanced robotic technologies. Responsibilities: - Contribute to operating the newly-build advanced robotics lab at the Magna Innovation Campus Toronto, including communication with internal and external stakeholders, and the development of test and validation plans, including resources and materials - Work on the definition, technical feasibility analysis, and hardware and software specification of test solutions applicable to various advanced robotic technologies, including object recognition, machine vision, motion planning, tactile perception, and dexterity - Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, product management, and/or program management to define and develop the technology roadmap for industrial robotic applications - Understand system requirements, work with the team to establish and validate operational windows, design experiments, and define test plans - Implement test systems, including proposing appropriate hardware (e.g., fixtures, sensors, actuators), interfacing electrical or computer systems (e.g., data acquisition systems) - Execute test plans, collect test data, perform data analysis, and report and present the results Required Qualifications: - MS/MEng or 3rd year BS/BEng student in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics-or similar Engineering with a focus on Robotics - Capabilities in ROS and Python programming, other programming languages such as C/C++ and familiarity with NVIDIA's ISAAC Robotics Framework etc - Initial experience in working with Robotic Control Systems, PLCs and related communication interfaces - Familiarity with AI/ML methods, for computer-vision tasks, tactile sensing etc - Understanding of motion planning, actuators, kinematics etc Preferred Qualifications: - Creative and self-motivated with the ability to understand and divide a vision into prioritized tasks; Able to work independently on assigned tasks (under supervision) - Ability to resolve complex issues in creative, efficient, and effective ways - Excellent written (white papers) and oral (presentation) communication skills Required Skills: Robotics, ROS, Python, C++, Robotic Control Systems, PLC, NVIDIA ISAAC Robotics Framework, AI/ML, Computer Vision, Tactile Sensing, Motion Planning, Actuators, Kinematics Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer