Description
Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best. Reporting to the Manager, Electronics Manufacturing Engineering, the SMT Manufacturing Engineering Intern will contribute to process improvements, library standardization, and equipment optimization within the SMT area.
This role suits a detail‑oriented student seeking hands‑on experience with PCB assembly, AOI systems, and manufacturing workflows while collaborating with engineers and technicians to strengthen process stability, documentation, and overall SMT efficiency.
Data Skills/Qualifications/Education:
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Comfort with data analysis tools (Excel; Python or MATLAB an asset) and SPC concepts.
Responsibilities:
- Refresh and validate Parmi AOI libraries to improve inspection accuracy as PCBAs cycle through production.
- Standardize Siplace Component Shapes with Altium part definitions and update existing boards to eliminate repeated corrections and reduce programming time.
- Optimize LPKF laser depaneling by improving cycle times and standardizing tool naming conventions.
- Enhance laser fixture designs with poka‑yoke features such as engraved identifiers and fiducial/orientation markers to reduce handling errors.
- Document and standardize solder paste printer parameters to address drift from troubleshooting adjustments and strengthen process consistency.
- Debug and update 2D AOI libraries by correcting outdated reference images and component definitions.
Steel-Toed Boots Requirement:
Candidates are required to wear steel-toed boots for this role to ensure safety compliance in the workplace. Applicants must have access to a pair of steel-toed boots prior to starting employment.
About Blackline Safety
Blackline Safety is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of wirelessly connected safety products. We offer the broadest and most complete portfolio available in the industry. Our products are designed to save lives and we monitor personnel working alone in populated areas, complex indoor facilities, and the remote reaches of our planet. Blackline’s products are used to keep people safe in the event of falls, missed check-ins, man-downs, and exposure to explosive or toxic gas. Our design, development, sales, marketing, support, and production are all performed in-house at our headquarters in Calgary, AB.
Blackline Safety is a publicly-traded company (TSX: BLN). To learn more about our company visit www.blacklinesafety.comBlackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.
Disclaimer:
Please be advised that Blackline Safety does not request payment or personal financial information at any stage of the recruitment process. Be cautious of any unsolicited job offers or communications that appear suspicious.
