January 2027 Mechanical Engineering Co-op

Team: Campus

Location: Sparwood, BC, Elkford, BC

Commitment: Coop Student

Workplace Type: onsite

Salary:

Start Date: January 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

Application Deadline: October 16, 2026

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and references.