Protection & Controls Co Op Student
Top Benefits
About the role
Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood currently has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineering Co-Op Student to join our Protection and Controls team. Your role would be to assist engineers in developing protection, control, and metering system designs for electrical substations ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV. This position is full time for 8 to 16 months and is located in either our Calgary, AB or Vancouver, BC offices.
Designing the future. Transforming the world
Wood’s Power Solutions business supports Transmission & Distribution projects, providing innovative engineering solutions to optimize utility systems and modernize electrical infrastructure.
What We Can Offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to Transmission & Distribution electrical utilities
- Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs
- A team that is focused on individual growth, work life balance, and healthy team dynamics
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews ensuring we reward at the right level in line with the market. Salary range for this position is CAD $50,000 - $60,000
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
- Flexible and comprehensive benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
- Commitment your professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
- Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession
In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood, we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.
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Work with the team of engineers in Electrical Engineering Design Group.
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Assist in the development of engineering design schematics for protection & control systems for electrical components ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV.
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Support the lead engineer of the discipline with the development of project deliverables, ensuring alignment with client requirements.
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Comply with established guidelines and standards when developing engineering drawings, documents, and testing/inspection procedures.
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Work within established budget and project schedules.
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Prepare, review and complete drawing mark-ups.
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Prepare and issue engineering design drawing packages.
What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge, or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.
Expected :
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Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, from an accredited Canadian institution.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel and Word.
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Exceptional verbal and written communication skills ensuring clear and effective communication.
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Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
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Quick learner with the ability to integrate new information swiftly.
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Capable of collaborative work within a team setting.
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Attention to detail and a commitment to precision.
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Authorization to lawfully work in Canada without sponsorship from Wood now or in the future is required
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
Protection & Controls Co Op Student
Top Benefits
About the role
Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood currently has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineering Co-Op Student to join our Protection and Controls team. Your role would be to assist engineers in developing protection, control, and metering system designs for electrical substations ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV. This position is full time for 8 to 16 months and is located in either our Calgary, AB or Vancouver, BC offices.
Designing the future. Transforming the world
Wood’s Power Solutions business supports Transmission & Distribution projects, providing innovative engineering solutions to optimize utility systems and modernize electrical infrastructure.
What We Can Offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to Transmission & Distribution electrical utilities
- Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs
- A team that is focused on individual growth, work life balance, and healthy team dynamics
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews ensuring we reward at the right level in line with the market. Salary range for this position is CAD $50,000 - $60,000
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
- Flexible and comprehensive benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
- Commitment your professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
- Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession
In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood, we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.
-
Work with the team of engineers in Electrical Engineering Design Group.
-
Assist in the development of engineering design schematics for protection & control systems for electrical components ranging from 12 kV to 500 kV.
-
Support the lead engineer of the discipline with the development of project deliverables, ensuring alignment with client requirements.
-
Comply with established guidelines and standards when developing engineering drawings, documents, and testing/inspection procedures.
-
Work within established budget and project schedules.
-
Prepare, review and complete drawing mark-ups.
-
Prepare and issue engineering design drawing packages.
What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge, or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.
Expected :
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Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, from an accredited Canadian institution.
-
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel and Word.
-
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills ensuring clear and effective communication.
-
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
-
Quick learner with the ability to integrate new information swiftly.
-
Capable of collaborative work within a team setting.
-
Attention to detail and a commitment to precision.
-
Authorization to lawfully work in Canada without sponsorship from Wood now or in the future is required
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.