Perception Engineering Intern

Hexagon's Autonomy & Positioning division, is looking for an Perception Engineering Intern to join a global engineering and manufacturing leader in tech for the period starting in May, 2025 for a 12-16 month term. The Perception Team at Hexagon Autonomy and Positioning is a worldwide team of passionate engineers with complementary technical background (sensing, computer vision, machine learning, software, system engineering). The Perception engineering group has the overall understanding of the entire system, from sensing to the end-user function. It integrates explicit and implicit needs into Perception system requirements, and implements innovative technical solutions toward efficient, cost-competitive and time to market product design. As an intern, you will have a dedicated mentor that will advise and guide you during your intership. You will collaborate with many experienced engineers too. If you are curious, enjoy technical challenges and like to work with all components of a system, this internship is for you!

The Location: Hexagon is a global company with locations around the world. This position is based onsite in Ottawa, ON. 

As a Perception System Engineering Intern, responsibilities include:

• Contribute to implementing a Semi Automated Ground Truth System that combines multiple sensors (Camera, Lidar, GPS/IMU...), detection and localization algorithms.
• Using Ground Truth System and Perception System, collect data to build the verification scene catalog
• Interface and calibrate multiple sensors.
• Evaluate and intregate together various detection algortithms.
• Record data in real situations.
• Develop user guides and training material on how to use the Ground Truth System from data collection to labeling/storage of data. 
• Develop visual aids and instructions for data collection to support international data collection sites
• Present your results with the perception team.

Must-Have:                      

• Registered in the Engineering Internship/Co-op program and have completed at least your 2^nd or 3^rd year of studies by the start of your work term.
• Enrolled in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Mechatronics at an accredited post secondary institution.
• Available for a minimum 12 month work term.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Knowledge of perception sensors (camera, lidar, radar, etc.).
• Agile in at least one programming language (Ideally Python or C++).
• Willingness to drive data collection vehicles such as UTVs, tractors, trucks, cars, etc.

Key Success Factors:

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A strong interest in science and engineering applications.
• Curious and willing to learn.
• Able to work in a collaborative team environment.

Nice-to-Have:

• Knowledge of computer vision and machine learning disciplines.

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications for this role? Let us decide! At Hexagon, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you’re excited about the opportunities this role could bring, we encourage you to apply. For any questions about the role or our company, please email our team at hrrecruitingteam.ap@hexagon.com and we will be pleased to follow up with you. Please do not send cover letters or resumes to this address.

The Company: Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications. You’ll be joining over 24,000 people in 50 countries on the leading edge of your field. 

This position is with Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning division, a global technology leader, pioneering end-to-end solutions for assured positioning and autonomy on land, sea, and air. Our work touches every aspect of life, from sustainability on Earth to enabling autonomy. Within the Autonomy & Positioning division your work will contribute to the operation of our brands NovAtel, AutonomouStuff, Veripos, and Antcom. 

Applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at hrrecruitingteam.ap@hexagon.com.