Engineering Student

PCL Constructors Inc.; Nisku; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PCL Constructors Inc. in Nisku, AB, is seeking Mechanical and Materials Engineering students for an eight-month placement starting January 2027.

You will work under a Project Manager in our Canadian Industrial Division Fabrication Facility, gaining exposure to planning, drawings, and field coordination. Applicants should be pursuing an engineering degree with a mechanical or materials major, be self-motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced construction setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in mechanical or materials engineering.
• Interest in construction; field experience considered an asset.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and drafting software.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project planning, scheduling, progress monitoring, and cost control.
• Review drawings and coordinate scope/trades.
• Verify material quantities, hours, and rates; participate in project meetings.
• Submit information requests and maintain deficiency logs; produce as-built drawings.

Skills

Self-motivation

Fast-paced work

Education

Engineering degree/diploma (mechanical or materials)

Tools

Drafting (CAD)

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Requisition ID13830-Posted09/07/2026-Operations-Edmonton Industrial Management-Nisku, Alberta (Ind. Mgmt.)

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.

We’re also looking at what’s next for you and how we can help you build a career you’re proud of. As a student at PCL, you will get the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive work environment which promotes personal and professional growth.

We are seeking Mechanical and Materials Engineering Students for our Canadian Industrial Division to work in our Fabrication Facility in Nisku, AB. We are looking for students that are available for 8 months starting in January 2027. The positions will be under the direct supervisor of a Project Manager.

Responsibilities

As an Engineering Student and depending on your assigned project, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team by:

• Assisting with project planning, scheduling, progress monitoring, and cost control
• Reviewing drawings
• Coordinating work specific scope / trades
• Verifying material quantities, hours, and rates
• Participating in project meetings
• Submit requests for information
• Inputting / Updating deficiency logs
• Producing as-built drawings
• Performing quantity takeoffs
• Conduct safety inspections
• Communicating changes with craft personnel
• Setting up / Maintaining record keeping
• Adhoc duties as required

Qualifications

What you will bring to the role:

• Pursuing a degree or diploma in engineering with a mechanical or materials major.
• Candidates must have a strong desire to work in a construction environment and prior field construction experience will be considered an asset.
• Application of various computer software programs will be required, including word processing, spreadsheet applications and drafting.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated.

Working Conditions:

• Successful applicants must be able to provide their own CSA approved steel toed boots and be willing to take and pass a Pre-Access Alcohol & Drug Test.
• Our Fabrication Facility is not easily accessible by public transportation so the successful applicant will need access to a vehicle.

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] with the position and location you are interested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!