Process Engineering Intern/Co-op - Buildings (Summer 2027)

Stantec; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Process Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Facilities & Process Engineering team in the Burlington, MA or Philadelphia, PA area.

You will work with Process Engineers and Designers on Life Sciences or Advanced Manufacturing projects, gaining hands-on experience, professional networking, and practical skills for your career.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four-year degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 0-2 years of relevant engineering intern experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Develop Process Flow Diagrams and P&IDs; specify process equipment and instrumentation.
• Assist with 3D facility design and equipment layouts; coordinate General Arrangement drawings.
• Conduct fieldwork to gather data, check tie-ins, and provide construction support.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and construction trades.

Skills

Microsoft Office

3D visualization

P&IDs

independent work

communication

analytical thinking

organization

hour estimating

deadline adherence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Navisworks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Learning begins in the classroom but there’s no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world's most complex challenges.

As an intern, you’ll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands‑on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is looking for a Process Engineer Intern to join our Facilities & Process Engineering team for the Summer of 2027 based out of the Burlington, MA or Philadelphia, PA area. In this role, you will work closely with Process Engineers and Process Designers on primarily Life Sciences or Advanced Manufacturing projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Development of Process Flow Diagrams and P&IDs Specification of process equipment and instrumentation for quotation and coordination with process designers for incorporation of equipment into project.
• Assist with 3D facility design and equipment layouts including generation of sketches and coordination with process designers on General Arrangement drawings.
• Performing fieldwork necessary to gather data, check tie-ins and provide construction support.
• Coordinating with other disciplines and construction trades.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office software platform and one or more of the following: AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu and/or Navisworks.
• Able to visualize and layout process plants and piping in 3D.
• Able to develop and work from Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with both clients and project team members, with a strong customer service attitude.
• Strong analytical skills and good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong organizational skills for maintaining project files and information received from clients and vendors.
• Basic understanding of task hour estimating and being accountable for personal hour budgets.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done.

Education and Experience

• Currently enrolled in a four-year (minimum) degree in an appropriately related discipline, such as Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
• 0-2 years of relevant engineering intern experience

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This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties, obligations, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range:

$23.47 - $34.50 Hourly

Pay Transparency:

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | MA | Burlington
Other Locations: United States | PA | Philadelphia
Organization: BC-2808 Buildings-US Northeast BSS
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Internship
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time

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