Queen's VEXU Robotics Team

1 week ago

Kingston, Ontario, Canada EngSoc Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year
About

With 80+ members across multiple faculties, QVEX designs, builds, and programs world-class robots that compete nationally and internationally in the VEX U Robotics Competition. Every year, a new challenge is introduced involving precise object manipulation, autonomous motion and navigation, feedback for human drivers, and interaction with opponent robots during live matches. By building high-quality robots using an array of sensors, advanced software, and custom mechanisms, QVEX is currently recognized as one of the most successful collegiate robotics teams in the world.

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Looking to improve your mechanical engineering skills in a technical setting? Join QVEX's mechanical team as a project lead You'll have the chance to learn and develop mechanical design skills while perfecting your communication, leadership, teamwork, initiative, and organization expertise.

Role Description

  • Leading Mechanical Designs: In this role, you will be working under the mechanical director to design and assemble two robots. You will use CAD skills along with manufacturing techniques and tools. iteration, and the design process. It is also a great opportunity to learn some of these skills that you are less comfortable with.
  • Contribute Technically: Take on your own technical tasks alongside leadership duties, building skills and learning through hands-on project work.
  • Commitment: ~3–6 hours/week, depending on project stage

Benefits

  • Rotate Across Projects: You'll be matched to different projects during the semester based on your interests and team needs, giving you the opportunity to learn from a diverse array of projects and groups.
  • Professional Development: Join the network of QVEX members and alumni who have had many successful job placements during QUIP and after graduating.
  • Learn Technical Skills: You will be working with other highly skilled team members who will be able to teach you skills you may not already have.
  • Build your Experience with a World-Recognized Robotics Team: Contribute to high-level projects with QVEX, one of the top competitive robotics teams globally (great experience to showcase on your resume).

DEADLINE TO APPLY: November 14th, :59 PM EST)



Contact Information

Please email any questions or concerns to qvex or text @queensvex on Instagram

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