New Grad Engineer — Rotational Trainee (18 Months)

Covia; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Disability & Life Insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Covia is seeking motivated and high-potential recent graduates to join our New Graduate Trainee Program, an immersive 18-month development experience designed to build future leaders across our U.S. plant network.

This rotational program offers real-world exposure to plant operations, production, quality, maintenance, safety, and supply chain. Trainees will complete structured assignments, work with experienced plant leaders to develop technical and leadership skills, and transition into a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field is required.
• Graduation within the last 0–2 years.
• Previous internship or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through 5 core functional areas: HSE, Mining/Quality, Operations & Supply Chain, Maintenance, Parts, Inventory.
• Participate in hands-on training and shadowing across multiple shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Contribute to daily production, maintenance, lab, and shipping activities.
• Support plant safety inspections, quality testing, equipment troubleshooting, and process improvement projects.
• Complete technical certifications (MSHA, Lean Basics).
• Deliver a plant-wide capstone project with measurable business impact.
• Work collaboratively with plant operators, technicians, supervisors, and cross-functional leaders.
• Receive quarterly feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations.

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to relocate

Teamwork mindset

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Graduation within 0–2 years

Degree in Engineering/Related field

Job description

Covia is seeking motivated and high-potential recent graduates to join our New Graduate Trainee Program, an immersive 18-month development experience designed to build future leaders across our U.S. plant network.

This rotational program offers real-world exposure to plant operations, production, quality, maintenance, safety, and supply chain. Trainees will complete structured assignments, work with experienced plant leaders to develop technical and leadership skills, and transition into a