Mechanical Engineering Co-op

At Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.
Job Description and Responsibilities
Interpro Pipe & Steel has an opening for a Mechanical Engineering Co-op student in Red Deer, Alberta. Interpro provides an excellent learning environment for engineering students. As a member of the Tubular Products Group Engineering team, you will assist on various CAPEX, Investment and improvement projects and contribute to the technical competence and production requirements of the manufacturing facilities.
Work with the engineering team to provide project stakeholders and sponsors with finished projects in a timely manner
Communicate effectively with colleagues; this includes collecting and coordinating useful information
Participate in discussions with Project Managers and Project Engineers
Lead department meetings and prepare meeting minutes
Collaborate to prepare engineering design, specification and/or recommendations in: OEM pipe forming and finishing equipment, equipment selection and specification, mechanical design details, safety improvement projects and/or product quality improvement initiatives
Create and maintain project documentation (request for quote, scope of work, task breakdown structures, project scheduling, budget estimating, etc.)
Develop detailed mechanical and equipment layout drawings
Conduct equipment evaluations with the support of senior staff
Participate in facility evaluations and assist in technical report writing
Complete design and specification drawings with support from the engineering team
Assist in the design routine mechanical details and write technical specifications
Lead by example by actively embodying Interpro Pipe & Steel’s culture and values
Requirements
Must be enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering Degree program from a recognized university
Exposure to equipment selection and specification methods
Knowledge of auxiliary mechanical systems used in an industrial manufacturing environment
Understand mechanical design details and experience interpreting basic multi-disciplinary, plan and profile drawings
Experience with CAD software such as Autodesk products, Ex. Inventor and productivity software such as MS Word, Excel and Project; AutoCAD an asset
Self-motivated with a strong sense of personal initiative and ownership of results, desire to work on a high performing team in a fast-paced industrial environment
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization exhibiting a high degree of professionalism
Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and succinctly
Effective organizational and time management skills, ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet established deadlines
Flexibility in acceptance of assignments and schedules; desire to learn new skills and expand competencies
Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
Short and long-term disability programs
Competitive retirement plans
Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
Tuition reimbursement
While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail careers@orionsteel.com or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!