Mechatronics Engineer Intern
Summary
Intern designs and tests mechanical and mechatronic components for autonomous underwater vehicles using CAD and prototyping tools, while assisting with embedded systems and field trials.
ABOUT BeeX
BeeX is building the world's most advanced Hovering Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (HAUVs).
BeeX specialises in providing autonomous robotics solutions to safeguard underwater infrastructure in the maritime, energy and defense sectors, reducing over 90% of carbon emissions. We are pioneering Autonomous Robotics-as-a-Service (ARaaS) on a global scale, supported by decades of operational experience in harsh waters. With unprecedented efficiency, we strive to provide our customers with a one-point solution for asset integrity management—protecting the assets they value and ensuring they remain safe.
Why Join Now
The industries we serve need new ways to overcome their current challenges, and BeeX sees the opportunity in delivering exactly that, right now. Creating anything new is challenging, and we need outstanding people.
At BeeX, everyone is interdependent, united by enthusiasm for bold innovation. Our multidisciplinary team thrives in dynamic environments, driving transformative advancements globally. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the world.
You will enjoy this internship if you:
- Have a strong interest in robotics, mechatronics, and new product development.
- Enjoy designing and building products while solving real engineering challenges.
- Want hands-on experience in a fast-paced deep-tech startup.
- Like working independently while collaborating with engineers across multiple disciplines.
- Have a positive learning attitude and enjoy picking up new technical skills.
- Are excited to contribute to products that are deployed in real-world environments.
Job Scope
You will report directly to the Hardware Technical Lead and work closely with our multidisciplinary engineering team. During your internship, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the development of BeeX's autonomous underwater vehicles.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Assist in designing mechanical components, mechanisms, and electronic enclosures using CAD software.
- Support prototyping, fabrication, and assembly of mechanical and mechatronic systems.
- Assist with mechanical testing, validation, and troubleshooting of components and assemblies.
- Participate in laboratory, workshop, and field testing, including sea trials where applicable.
- Support firmware development and testing for embedded systems and microcontrollers.
- Assist with sensor integration, actuator testing, and hardware bring-up.
- Help prepare engineering drawings, technical documentation, and test reports.
- Support quality control activities and product verification testing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product performance and manufacturability.
- Perform other engineering tasks as assigned by the team.
Desired Qualities and Skillsets
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Basic knowledge of CAD software such as SolidWorks or equivalent.
- Familiarity with engineering prototyping methods such as 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC machining, or similar is an advantage.
- Basic understanding of embedded systems, sensors, actuators, or microcontrollers is a plus.
- Exposure to C/C++, Arduino, STM32, or ARM-based development is advantageous.
- Basic knowledge of Python is a plus.
- Familiarity with PCB design, wire harnessing, or electronics assembly is advantageous.
- Understanding of engineering testing and validation methodologies is a plus.
- Familiarity with Git or version control tools is beneficial.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced engineering environment.
- Able to commit to a full-time internship in Singapore.
Benefits
- Competitive internship allowance.
- Hands-on experience developing cutting-edge autonomous underwater robotic systems.
- Mentorship from experienced multidisciplinary engineers.
- Exposure to product development from concept through testing and deployment.
- Opportunity to participate in sea trials and real-world engineering activities (where applicable).
- Potential opportunity for full-time conversion based on performance.
- Access to industry events and learning opportunities.