Automation Engineering Coop Summer

Your role as an Automation Co‑op Student will be to take part in engineering projects in the Energy, Industrial and Mining sectors. You will be responsible for ensuring the quality of the deliverables you are assigned and to maintain a good working relationship with your teammates while gaining industry experience.

• Participate in small to major projects for utility (substation and generation), industrial (manufacturing/processing plants and renewable energy) and heavy industry clients (mining).
• Prepare sketches and drawings (schematics, wiring diagrams, layouts, etc.).
• Perform device configuration and programming (PLCs, HMIs, relays, etc.).

• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Ability to see beyond established standards.
• Results‑driven, rigorous, and ethical.
• Constantly seeking sustainable and agile solutions.

• Enrolled in an Electrical or Automation Engineering program.
• Good academic standing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Base wage between $22‑$31/hr.
• Flexible schedule that combines office presence and telecommuting.
• Friendly, eco‑mindful, and high‑tech work spaces.
• An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect, and openness.
• On‑site and at the office:
  Health, safety and the environment are a priority.
• Agility and listening: your ideas are transformed into concrete initiatives.
• Growing business with many opportunities.

BBA considers many factors to determine the annual base salary such as, but no limit to: market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant competencies.

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field‑ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on Linked In or connect with our talent team.