Systems Engineering Intern

PulseMedica, an Edmonton-based start-up, is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern to join our team. In this role, you will support the Systems Engineering and Verification & Validation (V&V) teams by helping execute and document system characterization activities, assisting with risk management documentation and reviews.

You will also take part in verification activities alongside the engineering team and participate in validation activities with end users to help confirm that the system meets both design specifications and user needs.

We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to learn, with strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with different teams. The ideal candidate is curious about medical device development, interested in testing and multidisciplinary systems (electronics, optics, mechanics), and excited to gain hands-on experience in a regulated, fast-paced start-up environment.

About Us

PulseMedica, recently certified as a Great Place to Work for the second consecutive year, is a fast growing ophthalmic medical device company that is determined to reduce ophthalmic disease and disability by offering novel treatment options. Our platform combines machine-learning, real-time three dimensional eye imaging and high precision laser surgery platform. Our goal is to revolutionize ophthalmic treatments by providing people with exceptional outcomes and, ultimately, changing the world by preventing blindness and disability resulting from eye diseases.

The Opportunity

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in medical device development while working with an experienced, multidisciplinary team. You’ll contribute to system-level characterization, risk management, and traceability, and learn how complex engineering domains come together to deliver safe and effective medical devices.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Supporting the execution and documentation of system characterization activities to evaluate device performance.
• Assisting with risk management documentation and reviews, engaging with technical teams (hardware, software, optics, systems) to capture design and process changes, and coordinating with system risk assessment activities to ensure alignment and comprehensive coverage.
• Helping maintain and update the traceability matrix to ensure requirements, risks, and verification activities remain properly linked.
• Supporting compliance with medical device standards (e.g., ISO 14971 for risk management, IEC 62304 for software, ISO 13485 for quality management systems).
• Contributing to the preparation of system documentation and reports for internal and regulatory purposes.
• Assisting with cross-functional meetings to track updates and follow up on documentation needs.
• Writing concise progress updates to keep the team informed on accomplishments and challenges.
• Working cross-functionally to ensure traceability from system requirements through verification and validation activities.
• Supporting system testing activities, including functional, performance, safety, and usability testing.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Biomedical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related degree program.
• Strong interest in medical device development and systems engineering principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work collaboratively in a fast-paced start-up environment.
• Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.
• Must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Nice to have

• Some exposure to risk management activities and medical device standards (e.g., ISO 14971, ISO 13485), including familiarity with FMEA processes.
• Experience from school projects or internships with technical documentation, testing, or system-level engineering work.
• Curiosity about regulated industries such as medical devices, aerospace, or automotive, and some familiarity with testing procedures or multidisciplinary systems (e.g., electronics, optics, or mechanics).

Anticipated Start Date: January 2026

Duration: 8, 12 months, Temporary Full Time (40 hours per week)

Salary: $22 - $28/hour

Location: Edmonton

What you can expect from PulseMedica:

• Free on-site gym (Jackson’s Gym)
• A role that contributes to helping change people’s lives by enhancing their vision
• A unique opportunity to build, grow, and be part of a team that is going to revolutionize a multi-billion dollar industry
• Gain experience in large-scale, complex SW systems involving both SW and HW.
• Hybrid work
• Growth opportunities
• Monthly team events including competitive skribbl, trivia, arcade competitions etc.
• Working for a Great Place to Work certified company!

We believe that diverse teams perform better and that fostering an inclusive work environment is a key part of growing a successful team. We welcome people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply for this position.