Piping Engineering Intern

Equinox-Engineering; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinox Engineering Ltd. in Calgary, AB, Canada, invites a Piping Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience within a multidisciplinary EPCM environment.

You will support piping engineering activities on oil and gas facilities projects, collaborating with senior engineers and designers to develop designs, specifications, and technical documentation. You will participate in project meetings, model reviews, and coordination across global teams, while building practical engineering skills and

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering degree program (required).
• Successful completion of third-year Mechanical Engineering studies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in the oil and gas industry and EPCM project execution.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support piping design, specification development, and installation activities for oil and gas facilities.
• Assist with piping deliverables: specifications, line designation tables, material requisitions, specialty item specs, isometric and GA drawings.
• Support development of project specifications and technical documentation.
• Assist with identifying stress engineering requirements related to piping design.
• Work closely with piping engineers, designers, drafters, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Coordinate with global workshare teams across Canada, Australia, USA, and India.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and engineering discussions.
• Support knowledge transfer activities, including assisting future internship students where appropriate.

Skills

Mechanical engineering student

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Third-year mechanical engineering studies

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Piping Engineering Intern

Department: Piping Engineering

Employment Type: Internship

Location: Calgary, AB, Canada

Description

Equinox Engineering Ltd. is a leading Calgary-based EPCM firm delivering innovative facility design and engineering solutions across natural gas, conventional oil, heavy oil, SAGD, and emerging energy sectors. We partner with top energy producers across Canada and internationally to design safe, reliable, and efficient facilities from early concept through execution and operation.

We are seeking a Piping Engineering Intern who is eager to develop technical capability and gain hands-on experience within a multidisciplinary EPCM environment. In this role, you will support piping engineering activities on oil and gas facilities projects, contributing to design, specification development, project execution, and engineering coordination while working alongside experienced engineers and designers.

This is an excellent opportunity to build practical engineering experience and gain exposure to large-scale facilities projects across global project teams.

Why Join Equinox?

• Meaningful work on high-impact oil and gas facilities, pipelines, and SAGD projects
• A people-focused culture that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to develop and grow within multidisciplinary EPCM project teams
• Exposure to diverse facilities projects across Canada and international markets
• Hands-on mentorship from experienced engineering professionals
• A collaborative environment designed to support learning and career development

What You’ll Do

As a Piping Engineering Intern, you will support the delivery of safe, efficient, and code-compliant piping systems. Your role will include:

• Piping Design & Engineering Support
  • Support piping design, specification development, and installation activities for oil and gas facilities projects
  • Assist with the preparation of piping engineering deliverables, including:
    • Piping specifications
    • Line designation tables
    • Material requisitions
    • Specialty item specifications
    • Isometric and general arrangement drawing reviews
  • Support the development of project specifications and technical documentation
  • Assist with identifying stress engineering requirements related to piping system design
• Coordination & Team Collaboration
  • Work closely with piping engineers, designers, drafters, and multidisciplinary project teams
  • Coordinate with global workshare teams across Canada, Australia, USA, and India
  • Assist in resolving interdisciplinary design issues and project interfaces
  • Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and engineering discussions
  • Support knowledge transfer activities, including assisting future internship students where appropriate
• Project Execution & Delivery
  • Support the delivery of piping engineering deliverables in accordance with scope, schedule, and quality expectations
  • Contribute to project documentation including Design Basis Memorandums (DBMs), studies, execution plans, and scopes of work
  • Participate in 30%, 60%, and 90% model reviews to identify opportunities for design optimization
  • Support review and coordination of client requirements, project specifications, and technical expectations
  • Assist with maintaining project documentation and engineering records
• Construction & Field Support
  • Support responses to RFIs and technical queries related to piping systems
  • Assist with the review of installation requirements and constructability considerations
  • Participate in site visits or field activities as required
  • Help ensure designs remain practical, safe, and aligned with project objectives
• Safety, Quality & Compliance
  • Follow established engineering quality processes, procedures, and standards
  • Support compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project specifications
  • Demonstrate commitment to health, safety, and environmental programs
  • Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and the development of engineering standards and procedures

About You

You are an enthusiastic engineering student who enjoys problem-solving, technical learning, and working within collaborative project teams. You bring:

• Enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering degree program (required)
• Successful completion of third-year Mechanical Engineering studies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Interest in the oil and gas industry and EPCM project execution
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn

Technical Foundation

• Basic understanding of piping systems and facility design concepts
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical documentation
• Awareness of piping materials and equipment is considered an asset
• Exposure to materials requisitions and procurement processes is considered an asset
• Awareness of metallurgy and materials selection for corrosive or elevated-temperature service is considered an asset
• Interest in industry codes, standards, and engineering best practices

Software Proficiency

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and other MS Office applications
• Familiarity with engineering software and document management systems is considered an asset
• Exposure to 3D design and model review tools is considered an asset