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Our diverse businesses and global network enable you to explore your potential and thrive. We recognize your performance and offer various ways to fuel your growth towards exceptional achievements.\nReady to turn classroom learning into hands-on engineering experience? Sandvik is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op Student to join our Winnipeg Production Unit. You will contribute to real projects supporting the design and production of underground drilling equipment while learning from experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals.\nThis fixed-term co-op opportunity is designed for a curious student who enjoys solving practical problems, working with others and seeing how ideas move from design into production. You will gain experience with 3D CAD, technical drawings, bills of materials, product improvements and shop-floor problem solving. Previous mining experience is not required.\nStart building your engineering career with work you can see in action. Apply today to develop your technical skills, contribute to meaningful projects and gain valuable experience with a global engineering leader in the mining industry.\nWhat you will be doing\nSupport mechanical design and product-improvement projects under the guidance of experienced engineering team members.\nCreate and update 3D CAD models, technical drawings, parts and assemblies in accordance with internal engineering standards.\nAssist with the creation, release and maintenance of bills of materials to support production.\nHelp develop designs that meet technical requirements while considering manufacturing constraints and assembly methods.\nParticipate in design reviews, project discussions and cross-functional team activities.\nSupport shop-floor troubleshooting by gathering information, reviewing drawings and helping identify practical solutions.\nAssist with technical documentation, engineering change activities and product-related publications.\nCollaborate with production, quality, supply chain and vendors to clarify technical requirements.\nEnvironmental Health and Safety\nWe are ethical and compliant, dedicated to health, safety, and sustainability. We put health and safety first!\nComply with Sandvik safety policies and applicable government, customer, and industry regulations or requirements.\nIdentify and report unsafe work practices, workplace incidents and near misses. Complete required risk assessments before beginning a task.\nMaintain an orderly work area and follow all housekeeping requirements.\nAttend required Environmental, Health and Safety training.\nWear the required personal protective equipment assigned for each task.\nWhat you will bring along\nCurrent enrolment in a Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or related post-secondary co-op program.\nA foundational understanding of mechanical design principles gained through coursework, academic projects, previous work or student-team experience.\nExperience with 3D CAD modelling; Siemens NX experience is an asset but is not required.\nInterest in machine design, manufacturing, welded structures, hydraulics, pneumatics, powertrains or control systems.\nAbility to read and interpret technical drawings or engineering documentation.\nStrong attention to detail and a willingness to ask questions and learn from feedback.\nClear communication, teamwork, organization and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to manage assigned tasks and work both independently and collaboratively.\nComfort working in an office and production environment while following all safety requirements.\nMining or heavy-equipment experience is an asset but is not required.\nEligibility to work in Canada for the full duration of the co-op term.\nA positive, curious and safety-focused approach to learning.\nIn return for your passion and drive we will offer you...\nHands-on engineering experience with products used in the global mining industry.\nMentorship and practical guidance from experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals.\nExposure to the full product-development process, from design and documentation to production and troubleshooting.\nOpportunities to strengthen your CAD, technical communication and project-management skills.\nExperience working with cross-functional teams in an international, industry-leading organization.\nA supportive environment focused on learning, professional development and meaningful contributions.\nThe hourly wage range for this co-op position is $25.00-$30.00 per hour, with the final offer determined by the student's education, completed work terms, relevant experience, technical skills, internal equity, and applicable local market conditions.\nOur Culture\nOur core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open-minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day! We take pride in our agile customer-focused decision making. We empower our employees, providing strong performance management and opportunities to grow your career.\nDo you want to learn more?\nTo learn more about Sandvik, our people and products, please visit our website: https://www.home.sandvik/en/about-us/\nHow to Apply\nAll qualified students are encouraged to apply at www.sandvik.com/careers to the Mechanical Engineering Co-op Student position, requisition # R0098717. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Candidates who participate in an interview will be informed of the hiring decision or receive a status update within the applicable timeframe, no later than 45 days.\nOur recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence to assist with application screening. AI tools support but do not replace human decision-making. Personal information collected during this process is handled in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act.\nThis is a fixed-term co-op opportunity.\nWe are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations or gender identities/expressions. We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free experience for applicants with accessibility needs; therefore, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. 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