Graduate Electrical Engineer — Lead Tomorrow in Mining Tech

Rio Tinto; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Health benefits

401k matching

Parental leave

Job summary

Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah, is seeking a Graduate Electrical Engineer to join our world‑class copper mining operation. You will contribute to feasibility reviews, electrical design studies, and MV/LV distribution work as part of a mentored, development‑driven program.

You’ll engage in leadership simulations, masterclasses, and coaching, gaining exposure to senior leaders while developing the technical path that supports the global energy transition.

Qualifications

• Must have completed studies within the last two years (2025 or 2026) or be graduating in 2027.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Less than two years of relevant work experience.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a team environment.
• Valid driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess feasibility of proposed engineering solutions, equipment, or processes.
• Review design deliverables and develop engineering scope of work documents.
• Perform/ review electrical calculations and studies with ETAP software.
• Work with medium voltage power distribution networks, including substations and overhead/underground lines.
• Support low voltage and medium voltage distribution networks in manufacturing plants and open pit mines.
• Engage in leadership simulations and coaching to build future leadership skills.
• Collaborate with graduate colleagues to devise innovative solutions for future challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Autonomy

Driving license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Vulcan

Leapfrog

Job description

Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah, is seeking a Graduate Electrical Engineer to join our world‑class copper mining operation. You will contribute to feasibility reviews, electrical design studies, and MV/LV distribution work as part of a mentored, development‑driven program.

You’ll engage in leadership simulations, masterclasses, and coaching, gaining exposure to senior leaders while developing the technical path that supports the global energy transition.