Electrical Engineering, Co-op Student

Trans Mountain Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Competitive compensation

Talented team

Meaningful work

Indigenous/community engagement

Job summary

Trans Mountain Corporation seeks a motivated Electrical Engineering Co-op Student for a 12-month term in our Calgary office. You will work with Project Managers and Engineers on sustaining capital, growth, maintenance, and reliability projects, gaining practical project engineering experience in documentation, scheduling, cost control, and field inspections.

You will develop an understanding of operational processes, safety practices, and project execution within a dynamic engineering

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an Engineering program at an accredited post-secondary institution, preferably Electrical Engineering students entering third year or higher.
• Enrollment in your institution's co-op program is a requirement.
• Proficiency with data analysis and database administration.
• Experience using Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality work and supporting business processes.

Responsibilities

• Support Electrical Engineering Project Managers and Engineers in delivering sustaining capital, growth, maintenance, and reliability improvement projects.
• Assist with project management activities, including preparing and reviewing construction documentation, tracking project schedules and costs, participating in planning meetings, and supporting field visits.
• Review engineering drawings, respond to RFIs and technical inquiries, support safety processes, and contribute to other Projects Engineering initiatives.

Skills

Data analysis

Effective communication

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Engineering program enrollment

Co-op program enrollment

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

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Electrical Engineering, Co-op Student (12-month term)

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.

Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.
As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system.
With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your strengths in an environment that encourages Safety, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us!

Location: Calgary Head Office

Reports to: Manager, Engineering

Worker Type: Student

Schedule Type: Full-time

Work Setting: In-office

Trans Mountain is seeking a motivated, collaborative, and values-driven Electrical Engineering Co-op Student for a 12-month term. In this role, you will work alongside Electrical Engineering Project Managers and Engineers, supporting the delivery of sustaining capital, growth, maintenance, and reliability projects across our operations.

This position provides a unique opportunity to gain practical project engineering experience through involvement in construction documentation, schedule and cost management, technical drawing reviews, field inspections, and project execution activities. You will also develop a strong understanding of operational processes and safety practices within a dynamic engineering environment.

This position is based in our Calgary office and will report to the Manager, Engineering.

Duration: January 11, 2027, to December 18, 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Electrical Engineering Project Managers and Engineers in the delivery of sustaining capital, growth, maintenance, and reliability improvement projects.
• Assist with project management activities, including preparing and reviewing construction documentation, tracking project schedules and costs, participating in project planning and execution meetings, and supporting field visits as required.
• Review engineering drawings, research and prepare responses to Requests for Information (RFIs) and technical inquiries, support the implementation of safety processes and requirements, and contribute to other projects and initiatives within the Projects Engineering team as needed.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Must be enrolled in an Engineering program at an accredited post-secondary institution, preferably Electrical Engineering students entering third year or higher.
• Enrollment in your institution's co-op program is a requirement.
• Proficiency with data analysis and database administration, with the ability to research technical information and support project documentation.
• Previous experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• A consistent track record of delivering high‑quality work, managing competing priorities, and supporting key business processes or operational functions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds and levels across the organization.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey information clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and a willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Working Conditions

• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 10% of the time for site visits and project-related activities.
• Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and be able to drive a rental vehicle during site visits, as required.

The expected pay range for this position is $26.95to $36.74CAD per hour.

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take. Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.

We offer:

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value:

• The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• The commitment and resilience of our people;
• Collaboration and achieving success together.

In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.

In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).

In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.

Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day. We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.