Water Management Engineering Student

WHO WE ARE

“Energizing the Future.”

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.    

For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.

For a full list of TransAlta’s Operations, please see https://transalta.com/about-us/our-operations/facilities/

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a student to join us for a 4-month temporary position starting in April 2025 to gain hands-on experience in Water Management with TransAlta Corporation at our Head Office in Calgary, Alberta.

The Water Management Engineering Student position offers a great opportunity to contribute to the sustainable energy transition and gain hands-on experience in the hydroelectric power industry.

Reporting to the Hydro Optimizer, the Water Management Engineering student will work closely with the Water Management team, which is accountable for planning hydro generation, balancing water resources considerations with environmental requirements and providing important generation to Alberta’s electricity grid. The student will support the Water Management team by contributing to ongoing projects aimed at modernizing our team’s software, tools and processes.

Tasks will include engineering analysis of existing systems and historical data to improve existing operations as well as updating and developing documentation to help ensure continued reliable operations of our facilities. This position offers a unique chance to develop and apply technical skills in a real-world setting, while playing a crucial part in the sustainable energy transition.

This is a full-time, temporary position of 4 months, with an ideal start date of April 2025. The role will primarily be in the office with some opportunity for field visits.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Use industry-standard software for hydrologic and hydraulic modelling.
• Analyze historical operational data to support improving water resource management strategies.
• Aid in developing and tracking of water conservation and efficiency measures.
• Prepare data summaries on water resource management and present findings to stakeholders.
• Catalogue ice management measures to ensure the safety and efficient of hydro operations.
• Align water resource and dam safety alarm systems to address any discrepancies between programs and users.
• Working with instrumentation systems to ensure accurate data collection and functionality.
• Develop and maintain thorough documentation of all processes and procedures to ensure consistency and reliability in operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An Engineering student, ideally currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering program with an interest in hydrology, water management, and hydro power.
• A self-starter and capable of working effectively with others. 
• Knowledge or interest in hydropower, hydrology and hydraulics, SCADA systems, Microsoft Excel, Visual Basic for Applications, GIS, data science and management, or Python would be an asset.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Successful completion of pre-employment testing is a condition of employment

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. At TransAlta, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can show up every day as your true, authentic self. So, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications and experience don’t quite tick every box, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.