Energy Engineering Intern Full Time

The Energy Engineering Intern will work under the supervision of the Intermediate and Senior Engineers within the ECS team. The Energy Engineering Intern will follow ASHRAE, NECB, CaGBC, PassiveHouse, IPMVP, and other relevant guidelines to complete building energy audits, engineering feasibility studies, energy modelling, measurement and verification reports, detailed engineering studies and other engineering tasks in addition to developing your skills in this exciting and growing business sector.

You’ll Love This Role If

• You are ambitious in your pursuit to be the best
• You get the importance of paying attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture
• You embrace progressive change, out-of-the-box thinking, and working in a high-energy environment

What You Will Do

Knowledge and Skill Development

• Develop and apply knowledge and skills learned during formal education in the energy and carbon solutions discipline.
• Develop knowledge of provincial codes and relevant standards.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to our company values of quality, client focus, teamwork, sustainability, and community, integrating these principles into daily work practices and interactions with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.

Routine Engineering Tasks and Collaboration

• Perform routine engineering tasks under close supervision, including preparing models, simulations, simple plans, designs, and calculations in accordance with established codes, standards, and specifications.
• Collaborate with more experienced technical personnel on specific aspects of more complex tasks.
• Assist with various tasks and projects as assigned by supervisors or senior team members to support the overall success of the engineering teams and company objectives.

Technical Surveys, Analysis, and Energy Modelling

• Carry out routine technical surveys, including site investigation and surveys.
• Interview operational staff and audit operating procedures for facilities with a focus on energy and carbon performance.
• Assess where and how energy is consumed throughout a facility.
• Install monitoring equipment to collect energy consumption data.
• Analyze and model the current operation of equipment and proposed energy and carbon conservation measures, utilizing engineering calculations and energy modelling software.
• Conduct energy and carbon modelling (both embodied and operational) for whole buildings in compliance with relevant standards (e.g. CaGBC Zero Carbon).
• Investigate alternative energy-saving opportunities and capital projects, analyzing their economic and environmental viability.

Reporting and Client Interaction

• Work directly with clients under guidance, as required.
• Generate graphics and tables for report submissions.
• Prepare drawings for assigned projects under the guidance of senior engineers, utilizing Revit, CAD, or other software as indicated.
• Assist in preparing drafts of various reports and correspondence.

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, sustainability or related field.
• Familiarity with building codes and low carbon standards (e.g. CaGBC Zero Carbon, Passive House, etc.) is an asset
• Proficiency in office and engineering software and tools (e.g., eQuest, Energy+, Helioscope, coding software, Office365).
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel
• Working knowledge of energy modelling, heat transfer, fluid mechanics and thermodynamics is essential.
• Ability to work under close supervision and follow established procedures.
• A passion for sustainability and lower carbon in our society
• Registered or pursuing registration with the P.E.O.

Life at WalterFedy

As a national, innovative, multi-discipline design and construction collective, our ambition goes beyond great design – we are here to enhance the world around us. We need a team of agile, ambitious, and big-picture thinkers who share our drive to harness our collective talents to do something bigger.

Our team is made up of the industry’s best. We share a common commitment to questioning the ordinary, infusing everything we do with creativity, and challenging our industry to redefine what’s possible.

Join us as we move past working for a living, and toward building better communities with smart, influential design.

How To Apply

WalterFedy strives to create a culture of inclusivity and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from groups traditionally underrepresented in the workforce. We are committed to equal opportunity hiring practice and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, creed, national origin, citizenship, status, age, sex, gender identity/expression, marital or domestic partnership status, or disability. 

Should you require any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact hr@walterfedy.com or call 519-576-2150. 

Thank you for your interest in WalterFedy!

Please note that we utilize AI-powered tools to enhance our recruitment process. These tools assist us in managing applications efficiently and ensuring a fair evaluation of all candidates. Rest assured, every application is reviewed by our recruitment team, and AI is used to support, not replace, our human decision-making.