September 2025 Mechanical Engineering Co-op

Glencore International AG; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia, where outdoor adventures abound! This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in project management, collaborating with skilled trades and engineering teams. You will be involved in coordinating maintenance projects, monitoring budgets, and supporting reliability initiatives. With a commitment to employee development, the company promotes a culture of diversity and wellness, ensuring each individual is valued. If you're a motivated self-starter pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Financial assistance for travel expenses

Hands-on experience in mining operations

Mentorship from industry specialists

Competitive edge for future positions

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering with strong communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with AutoCAD and Solidworks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating maintenance projects and monitoring budgets.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to design mechanical upgrades.
• Support troubleshooting of equipment failures and develop repair scopes.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Self-motivation

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Solidworks

Job description

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, joining a portfolio of operations around the world and a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Start Date: September 2025

Duration: 8 or 12 Months

What we offer:

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Come experience what work life balance is all about!

In this role, you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Project Management: Opportunity to assist in coordination of maintenance projects in a processing plant, water treatment facility, or in mobile maintenance; responsible for organizing, scheduling and monitoring the status of maintenance projects
• Monitor project budgets and identify inefficiencies and offer cost-effective solutions
• Collaborate with engineering team to produce detailed designs for mechanical projects on site such as upgrades to equipment or building facilities
• Support Reliability Maintenance initiatives including Failure and Root Cause Analysis
• Coordinate the plan and schedule for maintenance shutdown work
• Support operations and work with skilled trades to troubleshoot equipment failure and develop repair scopes of work
• Create and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business

Requirements:

• Working towards an Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License or extra-provincial equivalent, without learner's restrictions
• Comfortable working in a dynamic industrial work environment with a range of engineering, technical and operational personnel
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a capability to communicate complex ideas to all levels
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and a solid understanding of AutoCAD and Solidworks would be advantageous

Benefits:

• Receive financial assistance for travel expenses and co-op fees
• Acquire hands-on experience applying academic knowledge to real-world mining operations, fostering the development of technical skills
• Benefit from mentorship and guidance offered by seasoned specialists in their respective fields
• Gain a competitive edge, securing primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation

Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co-op experiences completed.

Application Deadline: May 30, 2025

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and references.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.