Software Engineering Co-Op Student

About Us

Founded in 2003, In-Line Pigging Solutions Ltd. is a leading provider of pipeline integrity field services for pipeline operators throughout Canada and the USA. We provide pipeline inspection program management, pipeline surveys, tool tracking, inspector services, and pipeline repair products to oil and gas operators throughout North America.

ILPS offers competitive compensation, a strong training program, opportunities for growth, and a positive work environment that promotes balance with personal commitments.

We are currently seeking an eager self-starter looking to fill the permanent, full-time position of Software Engineer Co-op Student, based in Calgary, Alberta.

Position Summary

The Software Engineering Co-op Student will support the development of pipeline integrity tools for web-based applications. The role will focus on transforming various data sources into structured consumable data, and developing algorithms to support the engineering teams workflows. Over the course of the 8 to 15 month term the student will contribute to developing these various workflows, data manipulation, and storage in a cloud to web-based environment for a novel integrity analytics product.

Reporting:

This position reports directly to the Technology Development Manager.

Job Duties:

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Assist in processing large data sets

- Assist in the development and implementation of data processing pipelines

- Collaborate with the team to enhance existing tools, and creating new tools to help process data faster and more efficiently

- Work closely with senior team members to understand the project requirements

- Document data processing workflows, methodologies, and prepare reports based on techniques used

- Develop and translate manual engineering workflows into automated processes.

Knowledge, Skill & Technical Requirements:

The requirements of this position include, but are not limited to:

- Current student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field

- Strong proficiency in Python, with hands-on experience in libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and SciPy

- Basic understanding of JS, TS, CSS, HTML, and React

- Basic understanding of SQL and relational databases

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent communication skills to work effectively in a dynamic team environment

- Familiarity with AWS is an asset

- Familiarity with JavaScript and TypeScript, and specifically React

- Some basic understanding of engineering principles would be extremely valuable

Hours & Working Conditions:

Hours for this position are primarily Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm in an office environment, but there may be some testing in the field required from time to time.

This is an excellent opportunity for a student to gain hands-on experience in applying software development to real-world pipeline integrity challenges, which will contribute to the safety and efficiency of energy infrastructure.

Job Types: Full-time, Internship / Co-op

Contract length: 16 months

Benefits:

- Casual dress

- Company events

- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Calgary, AB T2H 2G2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person