Engineering Co-op, Renewable Gas

Branch: Gas Affiliation: Management & Exempt

Employment Status: Co-op Student

Expected Hiring Range: $25.68 to $28.70 Hourly

Short-term Incentive Eligible: No

Workplace Flexibility: No

Temp Duration: 8 months

Posting End Date: Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,800 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Position Overview

The Engineering Co-op Student will work on various assignments related to hydrogen project development, which will provide opportunities for engagement with engineers, operations staff, managers and others in different departments in the organization. The assignments will provide an understanding of projects involving hydrogen as part of the renewable gases and low carbon fuels associated with FortisBC’s Clean Growth Pathway.

In this role, you will:

The work will consist of various assignments related to renewable gas project development such as:

- Supporting feasibility studies and preliminary design development

- Preliminary equipment sizing and selection

- Compiling data on industry technology trends

- Analysis of operational data

- Completing life cycle analyses

- Ongoing operational data reporting

Other Qualifications

- Strong communicator, both written and verbal

- Experience or knowledge with process-modelling software

- Competence in Excel, Word and PowerPoint

- Strong organizational skills

What it takes:

- Bachelor of Engineering Student (Mechanical or Chemical) - Third or Fourth year preferred

- Enrolled in a Co-op program

- Valid driver’s license preferred

Additional Information

This is a full-time temporary student co-op opportunity with an 8 month term starting in May 2026.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.