Piping Designer Co-Op

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Piping Designer Co-Op to join our Piping Engineering team starting in January 2027 on a 12 month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a student to gain practical experience working on engineering and design projects while developing their technical skills in piping design.

The successful candidate will work closely with experienced engineers and designers and will have the opportunity to contribute to projects from the design and development stages through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and modification of piping layouts and design drawings.
• Prepare and update piping plans, isometrics, and related design documentation.
• Assist with 3D piping modelling and equipment layout.
• Support the preparation of piping design deliverables in accordance with project requirements and applicable codes and standards.
• Review drawings and models for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Assist engineers and designers with design calculations, material take-offs, and technical documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and coordination with other engineering disciplines.
• Incorporate design changes and respond to project comments.
• Follow company engineering, design, quality, and safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Support Engineers by developing detailed layouts and design documentation from engineering concepts and calculations.
• Assist with equipment layout, routing, and spatial coordination within existing facilities.
• Assist with vendor coordination by preparing and reviewing drawings and technical documentation.
• Ensure drawings and design outputs comply with corporate engineering standards, drafting practices, and document control procedures.
• Follow applicable Canadian codes and standards (CSA, ASME, ISO) as directed by engineering leadership.
• Maintain drawing accuracy and revision control in corporate document management systems.
• Work closely with engineers, manufacturing, maintenance, procurement, and project teams to ensure design intent is clearly communicated.
• Support installation, commissioning, and field modifications by updating “as-built” documentation.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Previous coursework or exposure to piping design, mechanical design, drafting, or engineering fundamentals is an asset.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, Inventor, or other CAD/design software is an asset.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings and drafting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What We Offer:

• Practical experience working on real engineering projects.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and technologists.
• Exposure to industry standards, tools, and methodologies.
• Opportunity to develop technical and professional skills.

Wage:

• $23.50/hour - $26.50/hour

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.