Electrical Engineering Co-op: Hands-On Mining Projects

Elk Valley Resources; Elkford; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expense assistance

Hands-on mining experience

Mentorship from specialists

Graduation opportunities

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) is seeking an Electrical Engineering co-op student for 8 or 12 months in the Elk Valley region of British Columbia. Start January 2027.

You will support electrical projects, troubleshoot systems, and contribute to maintenance initiatives across the mine operations. Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, can operate vehicles in all weather, and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• Working towards an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent, without learner's restrictions.
• Able to operate vehicles in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Willing to work outdoors in a dynamic environment.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Experience with Power Systems is an asset.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD is an asset.
• Previous work experience in a technical or engineering environment is an asset.
• Experience with form design, macros, and data analysis is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies.
• Generate job plans and support electrical projects on mobile mining equipment and improvement initiatives across the mine maintenance department.
• Troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation failures and complete bad actor analysis.
• Utilize maintenance and troubleshooting skills with electrical systems and equipment (AC/DC drives, PLC-5, VFD).
• Assist with the design of small-scale projects including new equipment installations and sizing.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to organize, schedule, manage costs, analyze data, and monitor progress.
• Support preventative maintenance plan documentation and updates, and electrical distribution reliability engineering.
• Update site drawings using AutoCAD.
• Create and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to improve operations.

Skills

Strong communication

Power systems

Project management

Outdoor work

Driver's license

Education

Undergraduate Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) is seeking an Electrical Engineering co-op student for 8 or 12 months in the Elk Valley region of British Columbia. Start January 2027.

You will support electrical projects, troubleshoot systems, and contribute to maintenance initiatives across the mine operations. Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, can operate vehicles in all weather, and communicate effectively.