Engineering Co-op Student - Renewables - Fall 2024

at  Stantec

DESCRIPTION

Join a team that does more than generate and deliver electricity through its work; join a team that powers growth and advances communities. Seeing beyond the project at hand, you’ll work with us to advance the industry and build your career. We operate with the strength of a $3B company and have the agility of a specialized power group, and work on some of the most challenging and cutting edge projects around the world. Whether helping to define microgrids, pushing the boundaries on clean energy or grid modernization, you’ll find yourself working with leaders in transmission & distribution, thermal generation, and renewable energy in one of the world’s top 10 design firms, broadening your skills and developing your career.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We are currently seeking an Engineering Intern to join our Renewables and Electrification Team in Waterloo, Ontario.
The primary role of this position will be to support Project Engineers and Subject Matter Experts (SME’s), Team Leads, and Project Managers working on Energy and Resources projects in the Energy Transition – Renewables and Electrification sectors. 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, engineering as they pertain to a variety of energy transition electrification or renewable energy 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 the following: (experience with any of the software or calculations would be considered an asset):
• AutoCAD (V2020 or newer) drafting software and principles.
• Electrical Engineering Software for Power System Analysis SKM PowerTool, ETAP or CYMCAP software and principles.
• Solar System / Energy analysis software:
• PVSyst v7.4
• PVCase (AutoCAD add-on)

• Helioscope

• Homer

• Canadian Electrical Code and other applicable electrical codes and standards.

• Electrical design calculations including conductor sizing, conductor raceway sizing, conductor ampacity ratings, underground conductor configurations and ratings, load and service calculations.
• Project management systems.

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 Electrical, Renewable Energy or Electrification Engineering.
• Eligible for a full year work term from September 2024 to September 2025 (12 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. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice but will be discussed with the hire prior to assigning.
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 : Aug 6, 2024, 7:18:32 AM
Req ID: 2400030D
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 Electrification and Renewables Energy team with engineering and design services for electrical assessments and electrical design projects at various stages (from conceptual design to construction).
• Performing design and drafting tasks following industry codes and client standards for electrical distribution.
• 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.