Controls & Automation Engineering Co-op Student

Requisition ID: 97038 

Job Category: Campus 

Location: Calgary, AB, Canada 

 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Looking to get the most out of your upcoming internship?

Hatch is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineering Co-op Student in our Project Delivery Group starting May 2026. Reporting to the Controls, Automation and Electrical (CA & E) discipline lead Engineer, you will support projects globally working from our Calgary office located with opportunities in other Hatch offices and at project job sites. 

What Will an Internship at Hatch Offer You: 

You will:

• Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects around the world in meaningful ways.
• Work on problems and gain experience relevant to your field of study in an office environment.
• Collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally.
• Work in an exciting environment where you can apply your academic learning on a daily basis.
• Benefit from formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry.
• Participate in local Lunch and Learns, Hatch Charity Events, the triannual Student Showcase, and more to develop your skills.
• Join in charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees.

We're entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.

As the successful candidate, you will: 

• Work independently and as part of a team to complete electrical and controls engineering design deliverables for a variety of projects. 
• Assist with electrical and instrumentation/controls deliverables, including but not limited to: 
• Calculations (voltage drop, grounding, lighting, etc.) 
• Engineering lists (load list, equipment list, cable and raceway schedules, material take-offs) 
• Procurement packages (equipment specifications, technical bid evaluations, vendor data review) 
• Instrumentation and control system design (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), instrument datasheets, control system philosophies, communications network diagrams/architecture) 
• Power system modeling and design (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, etc.), 
• Design Deliverables (cable block diagrams, single line diagrams, electrical layouts, schematics, wiring diagrams, instrument loop diagrams) 
• Become knowledgeable with electrical design and their practical applications, regional codes and standards (CSA, NEC, IEC, ISA etc.), various engineering design tools and applications, and Hatch's quality procedures. 
• Work collaboratively in a multi-discipline environment to deliver the best solution for our clients. 
• Assist our senior engineers and designers with their responsibilities including but not limited to checking engineering deliverables, attending design reviews, quality reviews, and participating in site inspections and walkdowns. 

You bring to the role:  

• 3rd or 4th year student enrolled in Electrical or Chemical Engineering program at an accredited University 
• Excel academically while being actively involved in extra-curricular and/or volunteer activities at school or in the community 
• Interest in control systems, instrumentation, communications, Power systems engineering, Power Electronics, distribution systems, protection and coordination, power system analysis will be considered an asset. 
• Previous co-op or work experience in control systems or electrical and power engineering design and execution will be considered an asset. 
• Technical experience with electrical design calculations, power system modeling tools and software, ability to use data-centric design tools, and proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) will be preferred. 

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes): 

• Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they apply to engineering problems and projects 
• Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges 
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving, and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges 
• Adapts and embraces change 

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application. 

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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