Mechatronics Engineering Intern

• You have contributed hands-on to building, commissioning, and validating Ayrton Energy’s prototype and test systems
• You have developed well-integrated measurement, controls, and automation tools that the team continues to rely on
• You have grown into a capable technical contributor for instrumentation, controls, and automation challenges
• You have deepened your understanding of the hydrogen economy and clean energy systems development
• You have become a valued contributor to Ayrton’s engineering culture and product development process

• Currently pursuing, or recently completed, a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Control, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Available for a 12- or 16-month co-op / internship term
• Hands-on experience — through coursework, design teams, personal projects, or previous work terms — building and testing mechatronic systems
• Experience working with Solidworks CAD software to produce design and manufacturing drawings
• Experience with microcontroller platforms (e.g., Arduino, M5Stack) and programming for measurement, automation, or data acquisition
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and able to work on-site at Ayrton Energy’s facility in Calgary

• Familiarity with Beckhoff PLCs, TwinCAT, EtherCAT networks, and embedded controller platforms such as M5Stack is considered an asset
• Experience working with fuel cell, electrolyzer or related electrochemical systems an asset
• Familiarity with hydrogen and hazardous area classification standards an asset

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement — your unique experience and perspective matter

• Internship length is 12 or 16 months
• This is a paid, on-site internship based at our Calgary facility
• You’ll receive mentorship from experienced engineers and scientists, and hands-on ownership of meaningful projects

• Honesty and Candor – We are solving hard problems and look for diverse thought – challenging leadership is encouraged
• Dependability – We value action over words and will empower you to get things done
• Be Kind – We are a team. Win together, lose together, learn together

We’re excited to find the right candidate to join our team.

We are actively recruiting and look forward to connecting with qualified candidates.

While we’re grateful for all interest and do our best to respond thoughtfully, those most closely aligned with the role will be contacted for next steps.

Ayrton is an equal opportunity employer that values equity, diversity and inclusion within our team.

As a women-led venture, our company strives to provide a supportive atmosphere for under-represented individuals in business and STEM fields, including a focus on work-life balance and employee mental health.