Coop Student Reliability

Teck Resources Limited; Logan Lake; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mining company located near Logan Lake is seeking a Reliability Engineer Co-op who will champion safety while implementing asset management strategies. The role requires hands-on analysis of operational data and performance to minimize risks and enhance reliability. Candidates studying Mechanical or Industrial Engineering are encouraged to apply, and they will gain experience in real-world mining operations along with mentorship and potential for future employment.

Benefits

Financial assistance for travel costs

Mentorship from experienced specialists

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong self-motivation with ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety and environmental stewardship.
• Develop and implement effective asset management strategies.
• Analyze operational and equipment performance data.
• Liaise with trades professionals to prevent equipment failures.

Skills

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Communication skills

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Post-secondary degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, PowerBI)

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Location

Highland Valley Copper

Employment Type

Other

Workplace Type

On-site

About Highland Valley Copper

Highland Valley Copper (HVC) Operations is Canada’s largest open-pit copper mine and molybdenum operation. HVC produces both copper and molybdenum concentrate through autogenous and semi-autogenous grinding and flotation.

Located approximately 17 kilometers west of Logan Lake and about 50 kilometers southwest of Kamloops in British Columbia, the surrounding areas of HVC have an abundant offering of outdoor experiences.

Role Overview

The Reliability Engineer Co-op position champions safety and environmental stewardship while working collaboratively to develop and implement effective asset management strategies. The successful candidate will analyze operational and equipment performance data to identify risks, optimize reliability, and reduce costs through data-driven solutions and engineering analysis. The Reliability Engineer Co-op also partners with project engineering, trades, and operators to improve the reliability and maintainability of assets, prevent repeat failures, and drive continuous improvement through innovative ideas and technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Work with a team to develop asset management strategies for asset classes and systems
• Analyze operational data and equipment performance history to evaluate production losses, failure rates, root cause analysis, regulatory compliance and the maintenance costs of equipment and processes to identify key opportunities to minimize risks
• Generate solutions by applying analysis such as data analysis techniques, failure modes, risk analysis and effects analysis to optimize cost, risk and asset performance
• Work with project engineering to ensure the reliability and maintainability of new modified installations, applying maintainability reviews, reliability block modelling and spare parts analyses where appropriate
• Liaise with trades professionals and operators to understand how a piece of equipment failed and recommend actions to prevent recurrence of the failures
• Build and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business

Qualifications

• Working towards a post-secondary degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
• Comfortable working in a dynamic industrial environment with a range of engineering, technical and operations personnel
• Willingness to work outdoors and able to operate vehicles on site in various weather conditions and terrainMotivated self-starter with the ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a capacity to communicate sophisticated ideas to all levels
• Previous work experience in a technical or engineering environment is an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, PowerBI) and a solid understanding of AutoCAD and SolidWorks would be advantageous

All students will be required to complete pre-employment drug testing prior to commencing work.

Why choose a Co-op with Teck

At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a comprehensive student experience comprised of relevant, hands‑on work, vibrant social activities, extensive networking opportunities, and rich professional development.

With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic co‑op adventure.

Pay Range

$66,725 - $82,425

The actual amount offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

In addition, our Co‑ops receive a variety of advantages including:

• Financial assistance to help with travel costs and co‑op fees
• Opportunity to develop technical skills and gain practical experience while applying academic knowledge to real‑world mining operations and projects
• Enjoy mentorship and guidance from experienced specialists in their respective fields
• Receive primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Coop Student, Reliability role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn’t match every requirement. We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free hiring process. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Requisition ID: 53372 | Job Category: Engineering | Employment Type: Other | Location: Highland Valley Copper | Workplace Type: On‑site