Mechanical Engineering Intern

White Water is a service business at our heart, offering innovative engineering solutions for water safety and recreation products. We value collaboration, problem‑solving, and a continuous focus on quality.

Mechanical Engineering Intern
Department:
Engineering Services

Location:

Richmond, BC, Canada

Reports to:

Engineering Services Manager

White Water West is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for a
-month term starting September, with the possibility of an extension. This role supports the multi‑disciplinary Engineering team under the guidance of a Professional Engineer registered in BC. Responsibilities include supporting Continuous Improvement efforts, creating design documentation, and assisting in the development of CAD models and design evaluation.

• Work with staff to transition existing designs from legacy systems into the PLM database for water slide parts, product assemblies, electrical/mechanical items, and structural elements.
• Analyze differences in worldwide materials standards and perform relevant calculations to propose standard substitutions.
• Mark up existing drawings to identify parts either already in PLM or needing to be set up in PLM and work with staff to set up such parts.
• Work within existing protocols for creation and file storage of all parts, assemblies, and drawings.
• Occasional maintenance and rework of existing parts, assemblies, and drawings to conform to current protocols.
• Create CAD models, fabrication part drawings, assembly drawings, and Bills of Material (BOMs) for use by our manufacturers.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Design Manager.

• Participating or recently completed post‑secondary design education (preferably Mechanical Technologist, Mechanical Engineer, or Mechatronics student).
• Proficient with CAD software including Solid Works; CSWA certification is a definite asset.
• Knowledge of drawing standards (ASME is a definite asset).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

• Curious and eager to understand and learn.
• Ability to develop effective internal and external working relationships.
• Exceptional listening, written, and oral communication skills and the ability to collaborate.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; self‑starter with energy.
• Detail‑oriented with critical thinking.

• Accountability – We do what we say.
• Collaboration – We work well together.
• Customer Focus – We know and respond to our customers.
• Communication – We listen to and understand each other.
• Authenticity – We are honest and trust each other.
• Resilience – We deal effectively with pressure, are persistent and optimistic.
• Flexibility & Adaptability – We are willing and able to respond to changing circumstances.

White Water is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate the diversity of all employees and applicants and are strongly committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.