Engineering Student Co-op (12-16 month term)
Engineering Student Co-op (12-16 month term)
Location: Calgary Head Office
Job status: Full Time Fixed Term
Department:Engineering
Is this position safety sensitive: No
At Gibson, we believe our competitive advantage lies in the strength and talents of our employees. That means connecting our employees to rewarding careers, building a high-performance culture where collaboration and creativity are rewarded, and providing real growth opportunities for employees to take on new challenges.
Please note: This is a 12 month or 16 month co-op position, ideally starting May 2026.
The Role
Reporting to the Manager Development and Engineering Services, the Engineering Student will support several engineering functions providing technical engineering support to Gibson Commercial and Operations teams. Work is done in conjunction with both internal Senior Engineers and external 3rd party Engineering Firms to support new and existing infrastructure.
What You Will Do
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align engineering deliverables (e.g. Specifications, Typical Drawings, As-Builts) with business objectives and/or operational assets.
- Support and coordinate the process of updating process safety documentation (piping and instrumentation diagrams, shutdown keys, etc.) with feedback from operations, technical specialists, and engineering firms.
- Support engineering governance by completing quality checks, collecting KPIs, and continuous improvement of governance documentation.
- Locate and file or dispose of legacy documentation.
- Project Development & Engineering Support
- Assist in the evaluation and initial scoping of new infrastructure projects and optimization initiatives for existing assets.
- Support engineering assessments, feasibility studies, and preliminary design activities.
- Support technical specialists (process engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical and instrumentation engineering) in troubleshooting and design efforts
- Project Execution
- Participate in the execution phase of capital projects, supporting detailed engineering and construction activities.
- Interface with third-party engineering firms to review designs, resolve technical queries, and ensure alignment with project scope.
- Assist in the coordination of engineering documentation and contribute to project meetings and reporting.
- Operations Engineering
- Support ongoing operations through involvement in Management of Change (MOC) processes and engineering reviews.
- Support and coordinate the process of updating process safety documentation (piping and instrumentation diagrams, shutdown keys, etc.) with feedback from operations, technical specialists, and engineering firms.
- Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), HAZOPs, and assist in the resolution of identified actions.
- Develop optimization and/or monitoring tools for existing plants
- Project Development & Engineering Support
- Demonstrates a personal commitment and proactive approach to Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) through participation in all applicable EH&S programs and ensures safe operation of the branch, team or unit and compliance with all Company EH&S policies and procedures.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
What You Will Bring
- Completion of third year of a post-secondary engineering degree accredited by APEGA.
- 0-2 years work experience.
- Advanced computer skills required in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills across all levels.
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and priorities (with support).
- Exhibits an eagerness to learn.
- Experience working in an active plant environment would be an asset.
Working Conditions
- Office based position
- This job is subject to background checks as outlined in Gibson Energy’s Background Checks policy. Background checks may include: employment history verification, reference checks, education and/or credentials verification, credit check and a criminal history check.
Why You’ll Love Working at Gibson
For over 70 years, Gibson has been defined by our people — those who seize opportunities and make exceptional customer service a part of everything we do. Working at Gibson is an opportunity to be part of a place where employees feel valued, supported and motivated to do their best work. Here’s what sets us apart:
- A competitive Total Rewards package that truly values your contributions.
- Employer contributions to your DC Pension because we believe in your future.
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision benefits, with industry leading coverage for mental health and family planning — ensuring you and your loved ones thrive.
- Generous time off to rest, recharge and live life to the fullest.
- An incredible work environment and culture where your career development and advancement are prioritized every step of the way.
- A flexible hybrid work setup, empowering you to balance work and life seamlessly.
Gibson Energy Inc. (“Gibson” or the “Company”) is a diversified North American energy infrastructure company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. They have significant terminal assets, including 25 million barrels of storage and over 300 miles (500 kilometres) of crude pipelines across North America. The company has been providing market access to the oil and gas industry for over 70 years and is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:GEI) with a market capitalization of approximately $4 billion.
Gibson Energy operates through two main segments:
- Infrastructure: This includes terminals, marine loading, rail loading and unloading facilities, gathering pipelines, a diluent recovery unit, and a crude oil processing facility. Key facilities within this segment include the Hardisty, Edmonton, and Ingleside Terminals, as well as gathering pipelines in the United States and a crude oil processing facility in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
- Marketing: This involves the purchasing, selling, storing, and optimizing of hydrocarbon products.
Gibson Energy has a strong presence in the United States, due to the acquisition of the Gateway Terminal in Ingleside, Texas. This terminal is a world-class liquids terminal and export facility with very large crude carrier (VLCC) capabilities and direct pipeline connections to key basins like the Permian and Eagle Ford. The acquisition strengthens Gibson's cash flow with over 95% of the revenue under take-or-pay contracts with high-quality counterparties.
Our Values, The Gibson Way
The Gibson Way is how we succeed together. We believe in the power of both ‘We’ (collectively working together) and “I” (contributing individually) to achieve our shared goals.
The ‘We & I’ play a very important role in our success!
- Contribute & Add Value Everyday
- Keep Our Edge & Be Resilient
- Stay Focused & Open-Minded
- Work it Out & Do it Together
This is what we are all about and we encourage you to learn more! Click Here: The Gibson Way
For more information, visit www.gibsonenergy.com.
