Company: 09 Irving Oil Limited Title: Electrical Designer Co-op Student Location: Saint John Posted Date: Posted Today Sidebar Info: Join one of Canada's Top 100 Employers! We love to welcome co-op students to Irving Oil and we make it our mission to provide many opportunities for you to learn, grow and meet people. You’ll be invited to fun, social activities as well as opportunities to think through solutions. Here's a glimpse of some of the opportunities you can take part in as a co-op student: Coffee & Connects, our regular networking opportunity Guest speaker series, with a focus on sustainability and diversity & inclusion Tours of our facilities, including our refinery and Irving Blending & Packaging Professional headshot photography sessions Problem solving in a Student Hackathon workshop Opportunities to connect with our leadership
Job Description: As an Electrical Engineering Design Student, you will join our broader Engineering Services team and gain hands-on experience in both an office and industrial setting. This role provides exposure to the design office environment and the opportunity to apply electrical design fundamentals to real-world projects. You will support design development activities and collaborate with experienced engineers and designers on projects that impact the Irving Oil Refinery, terminals, and energy transition initiativesYou will also participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing engineering processes and delivering long-term value.The Electrical Engineering team is located within our Home Office building in Saint John.Responsibilities: Prepare electrical design drawings using AutoCAD software (Single Line Diagrams, Motor Schematics, EHT Drawings, etc.)Prepare Engineering Work OrdersPrepare electrical equipment procurement documents (PPR, equipment datasheets, equipment specifications)Prepare Electric Heat Tracing Design calculationsField verificationsLow and Medium voltage power distributionLighting DesignYour Skills: Comfortable working with cross-functional teamsProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteAdaptable and fluid with change, able to pivot as project needs evolveOpen to feedback and capable of critical thinkingYour Experience: Currently enrolled in the Electrical Instrumentation & Controls Technician course or related technical disciplinesMust have completed at least 1 year of post-secondary education and be returning to schoolWhat We Offer: Professional Development – Student focused learning & development sessions, mentorships and networking eventsStudent Benefits –Co-op fee reimbursement and parking allowance for qualifying candidates.Work Environment – Work in our Home Office building with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse, and a caféWellness Support – With 24/7 access to our Employee & Family Assistance ProgramVolunteer and donation matching program – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.Job Requirements - Work ExperienceJob Requirements - Education
About Irving Oil
Irving Oil operates in the oil and gas sector. The company maintains its headquarters in Saint John, New Brunswick. It was founded in 1924. The organization currently employs 3,479 people and functions as a privately held entity.
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