Co-op Mine Engineer

MTW Employment Services; Location (WV); On-site; USD 71,890 - 87,864; Full time

Job summary

MTW Employment Services is looking for a Mining Engineering Co-Op Student for a temporary role at Greenstone Mine starting May 2026. The role involves responsibilities like designing drill patterns and preparing loading instructions within a dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety and proficient communication skills. Experience with CAD software and a bachelor's degree in engineering are beneficial.

Qualifications

• 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 CAD software, Deswik preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience at a mine site is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design drill patterns for production drills.
• Prepare explosives loading instructions.
• Monitor drilling and loading progress.
• Design electronic blasting sequences.
• Film and document blast results.
• Inspect drill and blast performance.
• Coordinate between engineering and operations.
• Assist Short-Range Planning and Survey groups when needed.
• Prepare plans, drawings, and reports.

Skills

Commitment to safety

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Familiarity with CAD software

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Deswik

Job description

Equinox Gold is a growth-focused Canadian mining company operation in the Americas, with projects in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Nicaragua. We have five operating gold mines and a clear path to achieve more than one million ounces of annual gold production from a pipeline of development and expansion projects. Equinox Gold’s team of proven and experienced mining professionals identify promising assets and develop them into world-class mines that operate to the highest environmental, social and safety standards. We are looking for individuals who want to be part of this high-functioning team and are committed to the Company’s success, just as we are dedicated to developing our people. We invite you to join our team as Equinox Gold works to achieve its vision of becoming the premier Americas gold producer.

Job Summary

Greenstone Mine is seeking a Mining Engineering Co-Op Student to join our team for a temporary 4, 8, or 12-month work-term starting in May 2026. Reporting to the Short-Range Mine Planning Engineer, the Mining Engineering Co-Op is responsible for work in the Drill & Blast engineering group.

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 communications skills in English
• Rigorous attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 office suite software
• Experience with any computer-aided design (CAD) software, Deswik preferred
• Ability to work independently as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Previous experience at a mine site is an asset; open-pit, hard rock, and gold mining is preferred
• Valid driver’s license

Job Conditions

• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.

Certifications

• Valid driver’s license is an asset.

The salary range for this position is from$71,890.00to$87,864.00.