Engineering Student Co-op (12-16 month term)

Gibson Energy; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company based in Calgary is seeking an Engineering Student Co‑op for a full-time fixed-term position lasting 12-16 months. The role involves providing technical support across engineering functions and collaborating with internal and external teams. Ideal candidates are third-year students in an accredited engineering program with advanced computer skills and strong communication abilities. A competitive benefits package and flexible work setup are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Total Rewards package

Employer contributions to your DC Pension

Comprehensive health, dental & vision benefits

Generous time off to recharge

Flexible hybrid work setup

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills to support multiple tasks.
• Experience in an active plant environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support several engineering functions by providing technical engineering support.
• Assist in the evaluation and initial scoping of new infrastructure projects.
• Participate in the execution phase of capital projects.

Skills

Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Excel

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to juggle multiple tasks and priorities

Eagerness to learn

Education

Third‑year student in an accredited engineering program

Job description

Engineering Student Co‑op

Term: 12‑16 months (ideal start May 2026)
Location: Calgary Head Office
Full Time Fixed Term
Department: Engineering
Safety Sensitive: No

Role

Reporting to the Manager, Development and Engineering Services, the Engineering Student will support several engineering functions by providing technical engineering support to Gibson Commercial and Operations teams. Work is done in conjunction with both internal Senior Engineers and external third‑party Engineering Firms to support new and existing infrastructure.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align engineering deliverables (specifications, typical drawings, as‑builds) with business objectives and operational assets.
• Support and coordinate the process of updating process safety documentation (P&IDs, shutdown keys, etc.) with feedback from operations, technical specialists, and engineering firms.
• Support engineering governance by completing quality checks, collecting KPIs, and continuously improving governance documentation.
• Locate, file or dispose of legacy documentation.

Project Development & Engineering Support

• Assist in the evaluation and initial scoping of new infrastructure projects and optimization initiatives for existing assets.
• Support engineering assessments, feasibility studies, and preliminary design activities.
• Support technical specialists (process, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation engineering) in troubleshooting and design efforts.

Project Execution

• Participate in the execution phase of capital projects, supporting detailed engineering and construction activities.
• Interface with‑party engineering firms to review designs, resolve technical queries, and ensure alignment with project scope.
• Assist in the coordination of engineering documentation and contribute to project meetings and reporting.

Operations Engineering

• Support ongoing operations through involvement in Management of Change (MOC) processes and engineering reviews.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), HAZOPs, and assist in the resolution of identified actions.
• Develop optimization and/or monitoring tools for existing plants.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment and proactive approach to Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) and comply with all company EH&S policies and procedures.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• Third‑year student in an accredited engineering program (APEGA).
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills across all levels.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and priorities (with support).
• Eagerness to learn.
• Experience in an active plant environment is an asset.

Working Conditions

• Office‑based position.
• This job is subject to background checks as outlined in Gibson Energy’s Background Checks policy (employment history, reference checks, education/credentials verification, credit check, and criminal history check).

Why You’ll Love Working at Gibson

• A competitive Total Rewards package that truly values your contributions.
• Employer contributions to your DC Pension.
• Comprehensive health, dental & vision benefits, with industry‑leading coverage for mental health and family planning.
• Generous time off to rest, recharge and live life to the fullest.
• A flexible hybrid work setup empowering work‑life balance.