Project/Facilities Engineering Student

Paramount Resources Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Paramount Resources Ltd. in Calgary invites a Facilities Engineering Student to join the Facilities/Project Engineering team for a 4-month term starting May 2027, based in our downtown Calgary office with occasional field visits within Alberta.

You will gain exposure to project scope development, design reviews, cost estimating and scheduling. Under the mentorship of a Senior Engineer, you will assist with action items, inter-team coordination, cost tracking and project closeouts, while learning

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Energy, Oil and Gas, Civil or similar engineering program.
• Interest in oil and gas with field experience is a plus.
• Able to work well in a team.
• Strong safety mindset and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project scope development and design reviews.
• Support cost estimating and cost tracking activities.
• Manage project schedule; assist field construction and commissioning.
• Coordinate activities between teams and document project closeouts.
• Be mentored by a Senior Engineer and learn project management principles for facilities and pipeline design.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Data analysis

MS Office

Problem solving

Education

Engineering program accredited for Canadian designation

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

At Paramount Resources Ltd. we’re driven by the passion to be the best.

Paramount is dynamic, fast-moving and unsatisfied with the status quo. A combination of focused approach, technical expertise and financial depth has propelled us into one of the top exploration and production companies in Canada.

While our continued progress can be attributed to many factors, our people are the primary reason for Paramount’s success. Our premium land positions, diversified portfolio and financial flexibility set the stage for our talented teams to showcase their proven ability to deliver top-tier results.

Be part of the energy – join Paramount today!

We’re a Canadian company based in Calgary, Alberta and our shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol POU.

About this Opportunity:

We are looking for a Facilities Engineering Student to work on the Facilities/Project Engineering team for a 4-month term beginning in May 2027. This position will be based in-person, in our downtown Calgary office, with the potential for occasional Field visits within Alberta.

What you’ll be doing:

• You will be exposed to typical engineering responsibilities in a Facilities/Project Engineering role, including project scope development, design reviews, cost estimating, project schedule management, field construction, and commissioning and start-up.
• You will be supervised and mentored by a Senior Engineer within the group for your work term
• You will learn about project management principles for facilities and pipeline design and construction
• You will assist Project Engineers with various project related activities such as following up with action items, coordinating activities between different teams, helping with cost tracking and reporting, and completing documentation for project close outs

Who you are:

• You are currently enrolled in a Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical, Energy, Oil and Gas, Civil or similar engineering program accredited for professional designation in Canada
• You are someone with a desire for career development that includes oil and gas experience (previous experience in oil and gas, especially field experience, would be considered an asset)
• You are able to work effectively in a team environment
• You are someone who values feedback as a learning tool
• You are motivated, hard-working and determined to achieve superior results
• You are focused and have a keen attention to detail
• You have:
  • a strong safety mindset
  • strong obligation to accountability
  • strong computer skills including data analysis and MS Office skills
  • demonstrated effective decision-making skills
  • good communication and presentation skills

To be eligible for a Paramount Resources student position, you must meet the following requirements:

• You are currently enrolled at one of the following post-secondary institutions: University of Calgary, University of Alberta, University of Saskatchewan, Queens, or any other Canadian post-secondary with an accredited Engineering Program
• You are available to work the full duration of the outlined work term
• You are currently residing in Calgary or willing to relocate for your work term
• You are legally entitled to work in Canada without restriction, by way of one of the following:
  • Canadian Citizenship
  • Permanent Residency
  • Valid work permit

What we can offer YOU:

This position will provide you with an opportunity to leverage your skills in support of a Canadian-based energy company. You will receive on-the-job experience, coaching and training and work in a collaborative learning environment.

Paramount is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Location: Calgary, AB

Job Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7.5-hour work days