Rig Automation Intern

20 hours ago

Nisku, Alberta, Canada Precision Drilling Corporation Full time

Precision Drilling is launching our 2026 Internship Program

If you are a current post-secondary student working towards your degree in Electrical Engineering and you'd like to gain real-world experience during your summer, then please read on…

Working for Precision Drilling means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a strategic player in Precision Drilling's future. We are a large company rooted in the success of our people, where you will collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the organization.

Our Interns will enjoy perks such as:

  • A work environment where you can expect to enjoy a work-life balance that promotes personal health and well-being
  • Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
  • Networking and employee engagement events
  • Career development seminars
  • Precision offers afternoons off before a long weekend


How to Apply

Applicants MUST submit a Resume & copy of their Transcript detailing their interest in working at Precision Drilling. Failure to submit both will result in automatic disqualification. Please submit your Resume & Transcript in ONE PDF file attached in the resume section.

This application will close on Sunday, January 18, 2026.


The following restrictions apply to all internship candidates:

  • Applicants must be available for a non-negotiable start date of Wednesday May 4, 2026.
  • Applicants must be 18 years or older.
  • Applicants must have housing accommodations or transportation in the Nisku area, as Precision does not provide internship housing.
  • By May 4, 2026, applicants must have completed at least their first year of study in a post-secondary program/Technical Institute (see job posting). 


Summary

As part of a team developing automation solutions for the drilling industry, the Electrical Engineering intern will have the opportunity to develop electrical and controls system solutions based on engineering principles and gain hands-on experience working with cutting-edge technologies to build the next generation of oilfield equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist Electrical and Computer engineers in the development of modern drilling control systems
  • Learn and work with variable frequency drives, power electronics, and low voltage power distribution systems
  • Create and maintain bills of materials, assembly drawings, test procedures, and other technical documents
  • Work and develop IIOT technology solutions
  • Assist electrical systems teams with panel assembly, testing, and commissioning, and various projects

Knowledge & Skills

Strong programming and computer skills

Basic understanding of database architecture

Self-motivated and disciplined

Highly organized, detail-oriented, reliable, and responsible

Motivated hard worker with excellent communication skills. 
Comfortable with hands-on electrical work

Education

Completed 2nd, 3rd year in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Mechatronics, or equivalent

Experience

Experience with Microsoft products

Knowledge of the oil and gas industry is an asset

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