May 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op

Start Date: May 2027

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
• Assist in the coordination of maintenance projects in a processing plant, water treatment facility or in mobile maintenance with heavy duty mining equipment
• Organize, schedule and monitor the status of maintenance projects
• Monitor project budgets and identify inefficiencies and offer cost effective solutions
• Support operations and work with skilled trades to troubleshoot equipment failure and develop repair scopes of work
• 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
• 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