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Mechanical Engineering Intern - Buildings (Summer 2023) - ( 2300012U )

Description

The buildings that make up the landscape of our daily lives seem like permanent fixtures, fastened to a time and place. But what if that didn’t have to be true? What if our built environment — where we live, learn, play, and conduct business — carried us forward instead?

Our Buildings practice keeps people at its heart, recognizing that our shared journey forward is shaped by the meaningful and responsive places we design. From iconic designs to monumental groundbreakings, join us to bring transformational building solutions to life. Every day we apply our expertise, creativity, and passion to propel communities into the future—join us!

Your Opportunity

In this position as a Co-op Student, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team of engineers and designers on multiple projects for a range of public and private sector clients. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment.

The role of a Co-op Student is to perform a variety of selected tasks and assignments to continue to develop knowledge and skills within the mechanical discipline. Assignments will require good technical understanding of basic Mechanical Engineering principles. Work performed will be under the direct supervision of a Senior Designer or Engineer.

A Co-op Student will perform a variety of tasks which may include preparing drawings and assisting with the plans and designs of mechanical systems including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, piping, chillers, boilers, steam, domestic water, and compressed air in industrial, pharmaceutical, commercial, education, institutional, and other types of facilities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Prepare contract drawings, specifications, schedules, details, and sketches from conceptual design through to construction

• Facilitate and ensure the quality of the project deliverables

• Follow production guidelines and project standards in the department drafting standards manual

• Providing CAD and Revit drafting and design assistance for a wide variety of projects, from report stage through design and construction administration

• Assisting in resolution of technical issues on construction sites

• You will be expected to support team operations and play an integral part in the promotion of our health and safety culture

• Coordinates with other professionals on assigned projects

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Able to work under and meet tight deadlines

• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation

• Eager to learn with strong listening and critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Take initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the team

• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite

• Working knowledge of software programs including AutoCAD MEP, Revit, and Adobe Acrobat

• Working knowledge of heat transfer calculations

• Commitment to Stantec’s culture of safety

Education and Experience

Must be in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.

Position will primarily work in an office setting; some field work will be required.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Primary Location : United States-New York-Vestal

Other Locations : United States-Massachusetts-Burlington, United States-New York-Albany, United States-New York-Hauppauge, United States-New York-Rochester

Organization : BC-1915 Buildings-US Northeast

Employee Status : Temporary

Job Level : Entry Level

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Mar 7, 2023, 8:05:59 PM

Req ID: 2300012U

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans