Engineering Co-op Student

Equinox Gold Corp.; Greenstone; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinox Gold Corp. in Geraldton, Ontario, invites a Mining Engineering Co-Op Student to join the drill & blast operations team for a 4, 8, or 12-month term starting January 2027.

This is a FIFO rotation based in Geraldton. You will prepare engineering plans and documents, design drill patterns, loading instructions, and blasting sequences, and actively monitor and document blast results while coordinating with engineering and operations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• Detail-oriented with rigorous attention to accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365; CAD experience (Deswik preferred).
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced mine environment.
• Previous mine site experience is an asset (open-pit, hard rock, gold).

Responsibilities

• Design drill patterns for production drills in Deswik.OPDB.
• Prepare explosives loading instructions for drill patterns.
• Monitor drilling and loading progress and quality.
• Design electronic blasting sequences in Dyno’s ViewShot3D.
• Film, document, and evaluate blast results.
• Inspect Drill & Blast performance in the field.
• Coordinate between engineering and operations teams.
• Maintain proper document control and accessibility.
• Assist Short-Range Planning and Survey groups as needed.
• Prepare plans, drawings, and reports.

Skills

Safety mindset

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Microsoft 365

CAD (Deswik)

Independent / team worker

Mine site experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Valid driver's license

Tools

Deswik CAD

Job description

Imagine being part of something big —Greenstone Mine is Equinox Gold's flagship operation and largest asset — a world-class, open-pit gold mine located in Geraldton, within the top-tier mining jurisdiction of Ontario, Canada. Since pouring its first gold in 2024, Greenstone has established itself as one of Canada's largest gold mines, with an expected average annual production of over 300,000 ounces across an initial 15-year mine life.

Equinox Gold is a growth-focused gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, operating a diversified portfolio of high-quality, long-life mines in Canada, Mexico, Nicaragua and United States. Guided by our core values of integrity, excellence, accountability, and teamwork, we foster a safe, inclusive, and rewarding workplace where a talented, experienced team works together to deliver reliable operations, responsible mining, and long-term value to its shareholders and host communities.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Drill & Blast Coordinator for a temporary 4, 8, or 12-month work-term starting in January 2027, the Mining Engineering Co-Op Student is responsible for preparing engineering plans and documents for the drill & blast operations team.

This is a 14:14 fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) rotational position based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

• Design drill patterns for our fleet of production drills in Deswik.OPDB.
• Prepare explosives loading instructions for drill patterns.
• Monitor the progress and quality of drilling and loading.
• Design electronic blasting sequences in Dyno’s ViewShot3D.
• Film, document, and evaluate blast results.
• Inspect Drill & Blast performance in the field.
• Communicate and coordinate between the engineering and operations groups.
• Follow proper document control to ensure information is organized and readily accessible.
• Assist the Short-Range Planning and Survey groups as necessary.
• Prepare plans, drawings, and reports.

Required Experience and Skill Set

• A strong commitment to safety.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Rigorous attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 Office suite software.
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software; Deswik preferred.
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team, in a fast-paced production environment.
• Previous experience at a mine site is an asset; open‑pit, hard rock, and gold mining is preferred.

Certifications

• Valid driver's license.

Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

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At Equinox Gold, our commitment to teamwork means building a workforce that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate. We are committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Guided by our values of integrity and accountability, Equinox Gold may use artificial intelligence tools to support the sourcing and identification of potential candidates. These tools are not used to screen, assess, evaluate, or interview candidates. All hiring decisions, including the review of applications and selection of candidates, are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.