Mechanical/Electrical Co-op Student - Callidus Engineering Inc.

Callidus Engineering is a building services professional engineering firm providing mechanical and electrical design for commercial, residential and industrial customers throughout Canada.  Our wide variety of clients includes architects, building owners, property managers, government agencies and contractors.  Project size varies from $50,000 to $30,000,000 in construction value leading to a fast paced and dynamic office. Offices are located in London, Kingston and Kitchener Ontario.

Callidus is known for its positive and encouraging work environment; a company where employees enjoy coming to work, where everyone participates in the success of the firm and are rewarded accordingly.  We encourage open and honest communication, development of technical skills and growth as individuals.  The company provides flexible working hours and a good benefits package.

Position Available: Co—op for 4 month or 8 month work term 

Position Location: London, Kitchener & Kingston offices (In office only - no remote/hybrid options available)

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Responsibilities May Include:

• Setting up drawings for the mechanical and electrical disciplines from architectural drawings
• Drafting mechanical and electrical systems and details in CAD
• Load calculations to size mechanical equipment or electrical services
• Sizing ductwork, plumbing piping, exhaust fans, etc.
• Designing lighting, power, and systems layouts, etc.
• Coordinating with other disciplines
• Digitizing documentation at the complete of the project

Required Experience:

• Currently registered in a related program with a post-secondary institution

Benefits:

• Work on real projects; for real clients.
• Develop your skills in drafting (AutoCAD).
• Office located on Bus route.
• Gain experience from designers and engineers with decades of combined work experience.

 Qualifications:

• Pro-active approach to the work, always looking to go to the next step
• Ability to multi-task and be organized, especially under the stress of deadlines
• Effective communicator
• Strong desire to work within a team and develop the skills of the team

Nice To Have:

• Construction related job experience
• AutoCAD experience
• Familiarity with the Ontario Building Code
• Courses in heat transfer, fluids or power systems