Business description:

Our company is building the next generation of advanced robotic arms. We design, test, and manufacture advanced robotic arm solutions for harsh environments such as underwater, nuclear, and land. Our high quality, state-of-the-art robotic manipulators help operators push the boundaries of inspection and intervention. Our customers include military organisations, service providers for the oil and gas industry conducting pipe and tank inspections, marine scientists, and the autonomous robotics research community.

Projects / tasks:

During an internship with our company, you will get exposure to the most advanced robotic arms in the world and be given opportunities to understand them further from a mechanical, electrical, software, or mechatronics perspective, depending on your engineering discipline and interests. Tasks in the internship will include:

• Mechanical Design of new components in CAD Software, Software Design of new Interface Features, Electrical Design of new circuitry
• Manufacturing prototypes via 3D printing and machining.
• Testing these prototypes against your assumptions.
• Production verification of our product range
• Real-world testing. Deploy and test our robotic arms on real vehicles.
• Ad hoc engineering for design modifications and other activities
• Presentation of ideas to the wider team

Participation in weekly team catch-ups, communicating your current work including trials and triumphs.

Technical skills:

• Skill/Discipline Options:
• Mechanical (Solidworks or similar CAD knowledge)
• Electrical (Altium or similar PCB software)
• Software (Python and/or C++)
• Mechatronics (Control Theory etc.)

Intern interpersonal qualities:

A sense of real passion, usually demonstrated through a portfolio or example home project outside of their university degree. Proactive Critical Thinking Creativity.

Business description:

Our company is Australia’s most advanced industrial testing services organization of it’s type and a global supplier of safety restraints (seat belts, snatch straps, tow ropes and harnesses).

Projects / tasks:

Project scopes are subject to change. Key projects include;

1.  Industrial Engineer – Design Phase for establishing new High Volume and Export Production Line, PFMEA, PCPs, etc for Defense Military Restraints. (High Priority Program for local and export contracts ramping up in Sept 2020)
2. Materials and/or Mechanical Engineer to work on a Military, FIA Quick Release Buckle and new Safety Belt program. Initial Design concepts completed, prototypes and testing completed against initial design. Design for production is next phase.
3.  Mechanical testing support including potential test program development and execution. Opportunities exist to work with instrumented Crash Test Dummies and instrumented test equipment; Novel industrial testing for mining, defence, etc.; and dynamic, environment, durability, and vibration test programs for Automotive and Industrial.

Technical skills:

• Prior experience with Solid Works would be advantageous.
• Industrial Engineer, ability to look at existing processes, look at practical automation opportunities. Understanding of the principles Production and Quality Control. Knowledge of PFMEAs, PCPs, Value Stream Mapping, etc. would be advantageous. Needs to be practical in their thinking, and optimise both Manual, Automated and Test operations.
• Materials and/or Mechanical Engineer with good knowledge of material properties and design to withstand dynamic forces. Good problem-solving skills to address the current design deficiencies to overcome current performance failures. Understanding of plastics, metals and glass filled plastics and alternative low weight materials.
• Test Engineers. Skill requirements are relatively open. However, an engineer with Kinematics interest, Physics and mechanical engineering are prime for these roles.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Good communication and report writing skills, collaborative work ethic, can do attitude.

The available roles will best suit an outgoing individual who is self-driven and able to work independently to drive the progress of these projects.

Business description:

Our company engages in the design, manufacture, and marketing of microwave, millimeter-wave, and photonic products for commercial, telecommunications, and aerospace applications. Its microwave products include base band assembly products, microwave receivers, input assembly network products, integrated receiver modules, millimeter-wave down converters, triplex down converters, broadband amplifiers, wideband frequency synthesizers, power amplifiers, RF signal selectors, local oscillator systems, and switched filters. The company also offers custom optical products that are used in EW systems.

Projects / tasks:

The intern may be working on any of our existing design projects depending upon their skills.

Technical skills:

Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical/Software Engineer – with an interest in RF, hardware, mechanical, software disciplines.

Altium, Solidworks, VHDL/Verilog experience would be beneficial.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Solid communication and interpersonal skills and comfortable working in a team environment.

Business description:

Our company is the management, engineering, and design team for a series of manufacturing entities. Our core business is engineering design and manufacturing, both locally and overseas.

Due to the range of subsidiary companies, our company takes on a range of unique projects ranging from large scale reverse engineering and machining for the mining sector to rapid 3D print prototyping for small businesses around Perth.

Through the Idea to Life brand, our company is heavily involved in full design cycle projects, translating client ideas into large scale manufacturable products and ongoing product supply.

Projects / tasks:

The daily work of our engineers takes three main formats, reverse engineering of components, new concept design and existing project revisions. The work tasks include 3D scanning of components, CAD design, preparing manufacturing drawings/DXFs/Models, prototype manufacturing, conducting client meetings, supplier liaison and providing manufacturing estimates.

Our intern will be conducting all these tasks on projects from all industries, including Defence. We will be involving the intern on projects with several of our existing clients as well as including them in client liaison for Idea to Life and allowing them to have design freedom on these projects with our oversight. Where relevant and if the intern wishes, training in 3D printing, scanning and CNC machining will be provided.

Technical skills:

Computer aided design (CAD) is a crucial skill for our intern, as most of our design work is done in CAD software. Whilst we use a mixture of CAD software, Solidworks experience is preferred. Basic usage of Outlook, Word, Excel and PDF processing is also essential. Prior experience with 3D printing slicer software may be helpful to the intern across their time; however, it is not critical. A willingness and ability to quickly learn new software packages are more important than specific experience.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Our ideal intern should be able to work independently on engineering projects and be willing to learn quickly. As we are primarily an engineering design business, interns interested in design with a practical mindset will be looked at favourably. Interns with co-curricular involvement in practical clubs such as university motorsport teams, rocket clubs, robotics clubs etc., will be well suited to this position, as will interns who have practical hobbies outside of university. A large portion of our work is meeting and discussing ideas with clients and discussing designs within the team to draw on more experienced team members and make educated design choices. As such, our ideal interns should be comfortable talking to people on engineering topics and enjoy working within a team.

Business description:

At our company we have a team of enthusiastic and knowledgeable engineers, draftsmen, electricians, mechanical fitters, and fabricators. The team have successfully delivered over 1000 turnkey projects across Australia including Safety system projects, mechanical and electrical installation jobs, robotics turn-key systems, automation projects, and the design and build of custom machinery. Projects range in size from small workshop engineering jobs through to complete factory automation upgrades. We also work in the defence sector.

Projects / tasks:

As an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), we offer an opportunity for interns to experience design through to delivery of projects varying in size and complexity. We offer a rich learning environment where interns will obtain hands on experience across a range of design engineering projects from small workshop engineering through to complete factory automation upgrades.

Technical skills:

Inventor is critical as are computer assisted drawing and Engineering skills.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

The ability to move between tasks and work in a fast-paced environment. A disposition of curiosity and willingness to learn from industry experience and embrace responsibility / task ownership.

Business description:

A business focussed on Automation, Robotics, Vision System and Advanced Sensing. Electrical, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering.

Projects / tasks:

Robotic Picking and Placing:

Calibrate/configure industrial robot system, calibrate machine vision system, programming algorithm for robot, programming of image processing, system testing.

Sustainable TGU Production:

3D modelling and simulation of system components and process flow, produce engineering drawings, manufacture system components, assembly integration and testing of prototype system.

Technical skills:

Programming in C#, C++, python.
Ability to use CAD, 3D modelling, SolidWorks.
Experience with simulation software or image processing is a positive but not requirement.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Mechatronic or Electrical Engineering Intern. Preferably in their 3rd or 4th year and willing to get involved in a flexible role that may involve a range of disciplines including mechanical, electrical and software engineering.

Business description:

Our company is a growing Defence SME working with industry-leading simulation technology for the Australian Defence Force. Our team encompasses both integrated hardware and software engineers dedicated to developing virtual and mixed reality simulation products to provide enhanced training capability. Our company ensures that an intern will receive well-rounded exposure to all aspects of project development and delivery. We have had great success engaging with the DIIP program and the University of Newcastle’s Work Integrated Learning program for software and mechatronics engineering as well as computer science students. We have hosted several students to date, many of which we have gone onto employ on a full-time basis following their graduation.

Projects / tasks:

Our company will offer two separate simulation hardware projects for potential interns to choose and develop / contribute to:

• Development of a robust generic multi-purpose display (MPD) unit for use on ground-based, fixed-wing and helicopter vehicle simulators.
• Development of a reconfigurable and transportable simulator-in-a-box for use in collective helicopter and fixed-wing vehicle operator training.

Prospective intern(s) will have the freedom to explore and suggest various approaches and methodologies to delivering the projects, all while receiving guidance and support from our experienced engineers and design / workshop managers.

Technical skills:

Listed technical skills are ideal but not required for the achievement of internship or project(s):

• CAD Proficiency (CREO, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor)
• PCB Electronics + Board Design (KiCAD, Altium …)
• Embedded C Programming (Arduino, C, C++, …)
• General 3D Printing Proficiency
• Microcontroller backgrounds are particularly useful

Intern interpersonal qualities:

An ideal DIIP intern would be passionate about: simulation electronics, hands on design and prototyping using soldering irons, 3D / resin printing, designing circuits schematics and PCBs. As well as focused on developing robust and intuitive end-user products. An ideal intern should be self-starting and motivated, coupled with being willing to work through engineering problems in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Business description:

Engineering consultancy offering high end engineering analysis services to the global defence, oil & gas, mining, transport and renewable energy sector.

Projects / tasks:

Development of system safety engineering specialist tools in the defence industry.

Technical skills:

Nothing specific, we will provide any necessary training.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Good problem solving and communication skills.

Business description:

We design and manufacture the most affordable metal Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) process in the world. Our printers make metal parts the fastest way possible.

Projects / tasks:

Depending on skills, tasks include

• Electrical design of 3D printers, parts and accessories
• Software development
• Manufacture and testing of sample parts using our metal printing technology

Technical skills:

Good electrical knowledge and/or software skills

Intern interpersonal qualities:

We require someone self-motivated with an interested in 3D printing and a desire to learn and grow.

Business description:

Our progression in the industry has seen us expand from a simple Tool making and press shop to an engineering manufacturer that can provide Precision CNC Machining & Turning, CNC, Bending, Laser Cutting, Metal Cutting & Pressing. Custom Jigging & High precision robotic welding. We listen to our customer and invest in technology that allows us to continue to grow and maintain a sovereign manufacturing capability here in Australia.

Projects / tasks:

3D modelling and production drawing. Estimating and costing back jobs. Researching/Developing plans for more cost effective manufacturing methods. Time in motion study.

Robotic and Pulse Welding, 3D machining using a range of materials. Welded assemblies and sus-assemblies.

Technical skills:

CAD

Intern interpersonal qualities:

General interest in defence and a strong interest in manufacturing.