Mine Engineering Co-Op

Teck Resources Limited; Alaska; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Teck Resources Limited is seeking a Mine Engineering Co-Op at Red Dog Mine, AK, for an 8-month term beginning May 2027. The role involves supporting mining operations, drilling, blasting, and mine planning under the Senior Mine Engineer’s guidance.

On-site rotations of 4 weeks on-site and 2 weeks off-site apply, with exposure to a variety of engineering and operations tasks in an open-pit mining environment. Candidates enrolled in mining-related degrees preferred.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Mining/Mineral Resource Engineering or possessing equivalent experience is preferred.
• A background in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering will also be considered.
• Motivated self-starters with the ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable working in a multifaceted industrial work environment with a range of engineering, technical and operational personnel.

Responsibilities

• Participation in the health and safety programs of Teck to ensure that everyone on site goes home safe and balanced every day
• Collaborate with engineering and operations for assistance in the development of daily, weekly and monthly mine operations plans
• Work on diverse tasks connected to mine layout and inventing pit and dump arrangements. Build drill & blast strategies, coordinate traditional fleet management, and prioritize production scheduling.
• Contribute to drilling, blasting and surveying activities and provide technical services to the mine production and other mine site departments
• Monitor and perform analyses of operating areas, work with geotechnical evaluations of mine plans and operating procedures
• Perform economic evaluations, efficiency analyses, and assist with capital expenditure documentation
• Develop and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business

Skills

Self-starter

Multi-project management

Outdoor work readiness

Strong communication

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering or related

Tools

Minesight

MS Excel

Job description

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Role Overview

In coordination with the Senior Mine Engineer, the Mine Engineering Co-Op is responsible for mine assignments and projects as assigned by the Principal Mine Engineer(s). They may be assigned duties and/or projects related to drilling and blasting, short-range mine planning and construction projects.

This is an 8-month term opportunity beginning in May 2027. The rotation schedule will be 4 weeks on-site with 2 weeks off-site.

Responsibilities:

• Participation in the health and safety programs of Teck to ensure that everyone on site goes home safe and balanced every day
• Collaborate with engineering and operations for assistance in the development of daily, weekly and monthly mine operations plans
• Work on diverse tasks connected to mine layout and inventing pit and dump arrangements. Build drill & blast strategies, coordinate traditional fleet management, and prioritize production scheduling.
• Contribute to drilling, blasting and surveying activities and provide technical services to the mine production and other mine site departments
• Monitor and perform analyses of operating areas, work with geotechnical evaluations of mine plans and operating procedures
• Perform economic evaluations, efficiency analyses, and assist with capital expenditure documentation
• Develop and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business

Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Mining/Mineral Resource Engineering or possessing equivalent experience is preferred. A background in Geotechnical, Geological or Civil Engineering will also be considered
• Motivated self-starters with the ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a multifaceted industrial work environment with a range of engineering, technical and operational personnel
• Willingness to work outdoors and able to operate vehicles at our operations, in various weather conditions and terrain
• Experience in an open-pit mine (operationally or in an Engineering capacity) is regarded as a significant asset. Working exposure to industrial environments would also be an asset
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and Windows environment with advanced abilities in MS Excel
• Experience with Minesight or another mine planning software suite would be considered an asset
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a capability to communicate complex ideas to all levels

Working Conditions:

• Access: Fly in, fly out
• Schedule: We offer a four-weeks on / two-weeks off rotational schedule.
• Accommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
• Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters — to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program, including basic medical, basic life, AD&D, and some qualify for the 401k plan.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We appreciate all applicants’ interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.