Mine Engineer-In-Training (EIT)

Cameco Corporation; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation costs

Career development opportunities

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

Cameco in Saskatchewan invites you to join a rotational engineering program where you will gain hands-on experience in underground mining operations, mine planning, design, ground control, artificial ground freezing and drilling.

You will analyze operational data, drive continuous improvement, work with mentors to develop technical and professional skills, and progress toward professional engineer registration while prioritizing safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or geology/related discipline.
• Eligible for EIT registration with APEGS or equivalent.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willing to participate in rotational assignments across operations.
• Rotational schedule with site commute by aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rotational assignments across Cameco's mining operations and technical services groups.
• Assist with short-range and long-range mine planning activities.
• Support projects related to mine design, ground control, and drilling.
• Analyze operational and engineering data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to safety, productivity and performance improvement initiatives.
• Participate in technical studies, engineering evaluations and project work.
• Develop practical experience in underground mining operations.
• Complete objectives associated with each rotation.
• Work with mentors to support growth and development.
• Build experience toward professional engineer registration.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Rotational adaptability

Site travel by aircraft

Education

Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or geology/related

Eligible for EIT registration (APEGS or similar)

Job description

In this role, you will:

• Participate in rotational assignments across Cameco's mining operations and technical services groups.
• Assist with short-range and long-range mine planning activities.
• Support projects related to mine design, production engineering, ground control, artificial ground freezing and drilling, and ventilation.
• Analyze operational and engineering data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity and operational performance.
• Participate in technical studies, engineering evaluations and project work.
• Develop practical experience in underground mining operations and engineering practices.
• Complete technical development objectives associated with each rotation.
• Work closely with experienced engineers and mentors to support your professional growth and development.
• Build the experience required to support progression toward professional engineer registration.

• bachelor's degree in mining engineering, geological engineering or a related engineering discipline;
• eligible for registration or currently registered as an Engineer-in-Training with APEGS or another recognized provincial engineering association;
• strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills;
• ability to work effectively in a team environment;
• participate in rotational assignments across Cameco's operations; and
• work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Recommended:

• previous co-op, internship or engineering-related work experience;
• previous underground mining experience;
• familiarity with mine planning and design software;
• knowledge of mine ventilation, geomechanics or surveying and drilling principles; and
• experience with data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
  

Conditions of Employment:

• pre-employment substance test.

Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:

• competitive compensation program with base and variable pay;
• flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account;
• fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D, disability benefits and paid vacation leave;
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs;
• RRSP and RPP matching program;
• career development opportunities; and
• relocation costs.

Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.