Electrical Co-op Student, Aviation

Requisition ID: 93941 

Job Category: Campus 

Location: Mississauga, ON, 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. 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.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

 

Looking to get the most out of your upcoming internship?

Hatch is seeking a dynamic Electrical Engineering student for the Aviation Group for the term beginning May 2025, located in Mississauga, Ontario.
 

The Mississauga office specializes in major Infrastructure, Power, and Mining projects, and the Aviation group falls within the Infrastructure sector. If you have strong communication and interpersonal skills, a positive attitude and good grades, we want to hear from you. The candidate shall be a 4th year student in Electrical Engineering.
 
Working closely with our Aviation Group engineers and designers, you will act as a technical resource on exciting and challenging infrastructure projects. You will apply good observation and analytical skills to support design and on-site field reviews. Candidates will be exposed to modern design tools including AutoCAD, MicroStation, and DIALux.  

The student will be assigned to work closely with experienced professional engineers who will provide guidance and mentoring. There will be opportunities to gain experience in a variety of technical areas.

Responsibilities

• Work with project engineers and other project team members on drafting & design deliverables.
• Use and become familiar with relevant standards covering aviation and airport environment.
• Use relevant software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, MS Excel, MS Project, DIALux) in course of work.
• Power system modeling and design (ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, etc.)
• Assist with preparation of quantity take-offs in support of cost estimating purposes.
• Support design and layout of airfield infrastructure, utility routing, and general civil engineering for planning, concept, detailed design, and construction support on multidisciplinary project teams.
• Conduct desk studies, survey data review, as-built drawing review, existing data analysis, and design assignments.
• Provide on-site field reviews for airport infrastructure projects, including monitoring, review, documenting, photographing, and comparing constructed condition to construction drawings and specifications.
• On-site field reviews will primarily be at Vancouver Airport, but there may be need/opportunity to support other locations as well.  Field review often requires night shifts.
• Assist project managers and senior engineers to deliver infrastructure projects.
• Support preparation of field review logs, design reports, and design drawings.
• Support delivery of Hatch’s engineering consultancy services to budget and schedule.
• Obtain membership and engage with relevant professional institutions.

Qualifications:

• A 4th year student currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering co-op program from an accredited University/College.
• In good academic standing.
• Extracurricular involvement; enthusiastic and ambitious.
• Basic Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Desire to learn large airfield design projects such as runways and taxiways.
• Self-motivated with good organizational capability.
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Show critical and creative thinking and problem solving and bring forward solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Valid passport (for Restricted Area Identification Card application with Transport Canada and the Ontario Airport Authority).

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes):

• Good understanding of design principles related to mechanical equipment and systems.
• 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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