Engineering Co-Op Student - Distribution

at  Stantec

DESCRIPTION

Stantec’s Energy team is designing the solutions that the world needs today to ensure a sustainable tomorrow. We’re a leader in the Energy Transition. We deliver iconic Energy infrastructure projects and advisory services including some of the world’s largest dams, large-scale renewable energy facilities while solving some of the most dynamic energy business challenges supporting our client’s continued evolution and advancement. We are pushing the boundaries of clean energy and grid modernization with innovative thinking and premium consulting service delivery. We are delivering safe, reliable energy while supporting business adaptation and evolution.
We’ve built a flexible work environment focused on your career goals and aspirations. At Stantec, you’ll find yourself working with industry leaders at one of the world’s top 10 design firms.
Join a team that leaves you #FeelingEnergized and make an impact that will last generations

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We are currently seeking an Engineering Intern to join our Energy Team in Waterloo, Ontario.
The primary role of this position will be to support Project Engineers, Team Leads, and Managers working on Energy and Resources projects in the Power Distribution sector. Specific assignments and tasks will be dependent upon the candidate’s field of study and relevant experience. Assignments will fall within the domains of electrical, civil, structural, and environmental engineering as they pertain to a variety of distribution line engineering projects that Stantec is currently engaged in across Canada.

YOUR CAPABILITIES AND CREDENTIALS

The candidate must have a willingness and interest to learn or learn about:

• AutoCAD drafting software and principles.
• PLS-CADD line modelling software and principles.
• Canadian Standard Association (CSA) such as CSA C22.3 No.1:20 – Overhead Systems, CSA C22.3 No.7:20 - Underground Systems, practices, and applicable legislation.
• Design drawings for transmission and distribution projects.
• Project management systems.

• The ideal candidate shall have and/or demonstrate:

• Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and take direction as required.
• Technical proficiency, good understanding of engineering fundamentals and process improvement skills.
• Initiative, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Experience/familiarity with Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

To qualify for this position, the candidate must be:

• Enrolled in a recognized university or technical college in engineering disciplines associated with transmission lines (i.e. civil, electrical, or mechanical).
• Eligible for a spring/summer work term from May-December 2024 (8 months).

Stantec offers a flexible hybrid work model requiring both typical work in an office environment as well as remote work.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
We would like to thank all candidates that apply; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location : Canada-Ontario-Waterloo
Organization : BC-1265 Energy-CA Central
Employee Status : Temporary
Job Level : Entry Level
Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : May 8, 2024, 9:49:24 AM
Req ID: 2400020L
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

This position will require supporting with the following tasks in an entry-level capacity:

• Assisting the distribution team with engineering and design services for power distribution line projects at various stages (from conceptual design to construction).
• Performing design and drafting tasks following industry codes and client standards for overhead distribution.
• Modeling and analysis of distribution lines and structures based on SpidaCAL and/or PLS-CADD.
• Supporting the project team in development of design documentation, plans and reports for relevant project design elements.
• Assisting in the development of designs through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Performing site visits as required.
• Attending project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants.
• Participating in value engineering and basic cost estimating.
• Implementing sustainable design principles.
• Supporting distribution teams on overhead lines projects.