Project Engineering Co-op Student (Virtual Design)

at  CIMCO

COMPANY PROFILE

CIMCO specializes in the engineering, design, manufacture, installation and service of complex thermal building solutions for industrial, process cooling and recreational refrigeration and mechanical systems. For more than 100 years, CIMCO’s leadership and unparalleled research, development and manufacturing programs has put us at the forefront of industry advancements and technological breakthroughs. Our professional engineers, technicians and designers apply innovative state-of-the-art equipment and refrigerants to develop systems that meet even the most complex thermal challenges.
We offer our employees excellent compensation, medical and dental benefit programs, retirement savings options, career development opportunities, mentoring and continuing education.

POSITION SUMMARY

Position Summary
The Project Engineering Co-op student will assist the Virtual Design team in developing design concepts and preparing engineering reports, calculations, specifications, and drawings for refrigeration construction projects.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required Professional Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• General knowledge of engineering principles including thermodynamics and fluid dynamics
• Aptitude to learn and develop mechanical design skills and learn design software
• Exposure to REVIT, AutoCAD, and Solidworks an asset
• Previous co-op terms in refrigeration, construction, or piping design an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Team player
• Able to work with supervision and implement feedback efficiently and effectively

Role Responsibilities

• Assist Engineers and Designers in the review, analysis and management of HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing design for construction projects
• Assist Engineers and Designers in the assessment and selection of equipment and materials appropriate for construction projects
• Support Engineers and Designers in the management of construction projects with internal and external parties (customers, consultants, vendors, subcontractors, various CIMCO departments) to keep projects on-time and on-budget
• Support the drafting and design of engineering documentation (construction drawings, design schematics, etc.)