Engineering Co-Op, Renewable Gas

Branch: Gas
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Co-op Student
Salary Min: $24.28 Hourly
Salary Max: $28.56 Hourly
Short-term Incentive Eligible: No
Workplace Flexibility: Yes 
Temp Duration: 8 Months
Posting End Date: Open until filled
We’re a Canadian-owned and BC-based energy company taking steps toward a lower-carbon energy future by providing renewable energy, natural gas and electricity to more than 1.2 million customers.  
We’re looking for new talent to join us as we transform BC’s energy future. Our diverse team of more than 2,600 employees is committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong and grow. Join us and let’s work together for a better BC. 
Position Overview
The Engineering Co-op Student will work on various assignments related to Renewable Gas project development, which will provide opportunities for engagement with engineers, operations staff, managers and others in different departments in the organization. The assignments will provide an understanding of projects involving Renewable Gases and low carbon fuels such as biogas, hydrogen, lignin and syngas associated with FortisBC’s Clean Growth Pathway.
Responsibilities
The work will consist of various assignments related to Renewable Gas project development such as:
-Supporting feasibility studies and preliminary design development
-Preliminary equipment sizing and selection
-Compiling data on industry technology trends
-Analysis of operational data
-Completing life cycle analyses
-Ongoing operational data reporting
Requirements
-Bachelor of Engineering Student (Mechanical or Chemical) - Third or Fourth year preferred
-Enrolled in a Co-op program
-Valid driver’s license preferred
Other Qualifications
-Strong communicator, both written and verbal
-Experience or knowledge with process-modelling software
-Competence in Excel, Word and PowerPoint 
-Strong organizational skills
Additional Information
-This is a full-time temporary student co-op opportunity with an 8 month term starting in May 2024. 
Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.
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