Verification Intern

About us

Dyson is forever innovating and looking to develop new and exciting products. As part of Dyson Engineering Innovation & Integration - Automation Technology Team play an integral part in determining how we validate these new technologies and products to ensure these designs are robust to real world conditions.

About the role

This position is in Engineering Innovation & Integration Automation Technology Team to develop new test rig automate current processes to deliver more effective and efficient generally this position will involve in verification of Mechanical Electronics and Performance of a product enabling it by developing test systems solutions. Responsible for supporting the delivery of resolutions to problems using prescribed guidelines and procedures with a good knowledge of own discipline and/or supporting the execution of small to medium low complex projects.

As an intern youll have the chance to specialise in either Mechanical or Electronics/Electrical and Software test development. Youll support day-to-day engineering projects contribute your ideas and develop practical problem-solving skills.

Our internship programme connects academic theory with practical experience. Gain valuable insights into professional applications through mentorships with our industry-leading experts and exposure to cutting-edge practices. Join us for a transformative journey where theory meets application guided by the industrys best minds!

About you

Responsibilities

Mechanical Focus

• Assist with the design CAD modeling and development of test rigs and fixtures.
• Select and assemble mechanical parts (e.g. pneumatics actuators load cells motors).
• Support installation and commissioning of test rigs in the lab or workshop.
• Maintain existing test rigs and help improve them for safety efficiency and reliability.
• Use basic mechanical engineering concepts (solid mechanics heat fluids) in hands-on projects.
• Apply mechanical safety guidelines in all work.
• Work with the team to deliver projects on schedule and report progress clearly.

Electronics/Electrical and Software Focus

• Help design and implement automated test scripts or simple programs (Python Arduino LabVIEW or similar).
• Assist with setting up and configuring instruments for data acquisition and control.
• Contribute to the development of software frameworks for test automation.
• Participate in debugging and troubleshooting test system software.
• Document code test results and procedures for clarity and repeatability.
• Collaborate with team members to improve existing software processes.
• Learn to interface and control test hardware through software.

Shared Responsibilities

• Follow Dyson safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.
• Participate in team meetings and support collective project goals.
• Communicate clearly with team members from different backgrounds and disciplines.
• Take initiative on assigned tasks and seek guidance when needed.
• Engage with wider project and R&D teams as required.

What Were Looking For

Mechanical Focus:

• Pursuing a Bachelors in Mechanical / Mechatronic / Electromechanical / Robotics Engineering (or similar).
• Experience with CAD tools is preferred.
• Interest in hands-on building and testing.
• Awareness of basic safety practices.

Electronics/Electrical and Software Focus:

• Pursuing a Bachelors in Mechatronics/ Electronics/ Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Some experience or coursework related to programming (e.g. Python Arduino LabVIEW C/C).
• Interest in automation data collection and test systems.

Working for us

Join our internship programme to jumpstart your career. We look to offer selected high-performing interns an opportunity to return on our graduate programme.

Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds dont think alike and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race colour religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.