Electrical Engineering Co-Op​/Internship

Posting Date:
September 2026

Start Date:

May 2027

Location:

EMS-Tech Inc. 699 Dundas Street, West Belleville Ontario

In office: 5days a week Monday – Friday / 40hrs/week

EMS-Tech Inc., is a highly successful and expanding engineering firm that specializes in the design and supply (OEM) of bulk material handling equipment. For over 40 years we have delivered projects great and small around the world. We are dedicated to supplying high-quality large-scale machines and systems and providing innovative, custom solutions.

With our headquarters in Canada, and offices in the Netherlands, China, and Australia, we are constantly pushing the envelope related to self-unloading ships, stackers, stacker-reclaimers, ship loaders and conveyor systems.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Electrical Engineering Co-op Intern.

The Electrical Engineering Co-op role at EMS-Tech Inc. is a unique opportunity to be part of a global engineering team working on groundbreaking projects in the bulk material handling industry. You'll be working on massive, high-impact machines and conveyor systems, while sharpening your skills in CAD drafting, PLC programming, VFD drives, and advanced electrical design.

This role is perfect for anyone who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges and pushing the limits of what's possible in the dynamic bulk material handling industry, which continues to grow with no signs of slowing down. There is a possibility that you'll also have the opportunity to travel to any one of our global project sites, getting hands-on experience with some of the massive machines you'll help design, while delivering cutting-edge solutions around the world.

It's an exciting chance to expand your expertise and see your work in action on a truly international scale!

• “The best internship I have had”
• “A direct connection back to my Engineering studies”
• “The team is so welcoming and is always willing to answer questions”

• Interpret conceptual designs/calculations prepared by others, and complete analysis, layout and calculation details to satisfy project needs and specifications.
• Develop your abilities to size/select electrical components such as transformers, switch gear, cables, motor control centers, motors, control components, etc.
• Develop computer skills using available software for lighting calculations, PLC Programming (various languages), HMI Programming (various languages), and VFD drive parameter setting, field device programming etc. Develop, in parallel, hand calculation methods to verify analysis work.
• Develop CAD 2-D drafting skills using programs such as E3 Wireworks or AutoCAD. Produce drawings to EMS-Tech Inc. standards and develop an understanding of drawing presentation.
• Understand fundamentals and develop expertise related to: CEC (Canadian Electric Code) or other recognized standard such as NEC, IEEE, IEC, ABS, Lloyds, DNV, etc.
• Develop hand calculation methods as primary analysis tools
• Develop analytical skills using spreadsheet programs such as Excel
• Prepare and check general arrangement and detail drawings.
• Develop technical report writing skills for component and equipment inspections.
• Apply engineering science to daily work.
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

• Rising Electrical Engineering Student Entering their 3rd, or 4th year of study
• Must be willing to commit to 12-14mth internship
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Outlook
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively across business units and to…