About the role#
This is a full-time, paid student position for the Summer and Fall 2027 terms. You will work on-site at the Key Lake mill in Saskatchewan. This role involves supporting engineering tasks, applying corporate safety standards, and assisting maintenance engineers with technical projects.
What you'll do#
- Support the application of corporate policies, technical standards, and safety regulations.
- Conduct equipment failure investigations and regular inspections.
- Develop repair plans and define scopes of work for various projects.
- Perform design and drafting for mining and process equipment to improve longevity.
- Assist with equipment selection and provide vendor support.
- Review third-party designs.
- Support the site equipment refurbishment and operational reliability programs.
- Work with the construction and commissioning team as needed.
What you'll need#
- You are a university student entering your third or fourth year of mechanical engineering or a related field.
- You must return to school for the academic semester following your work term.
- A resolute attitude toward safety is required.
- You possess strong teamwork, time management, and communication skills.
- You are solutions-driven with a desire to learn and apply new knowledge.
- A valid Class 5 driver’s license is required.
- Interest or experience in data-driven smart 3D modelling, industrial automation, lean principles, or value engineering is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Key Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time student term.
- Note: This is a safety-sensitive site and requires a substance test as a condition of employment.
About Cameco Corporation
Cameco Corporation operates as a provider of uranium fuel for nuclear power generation. The company manages uranium mining, refining, and conversion processes. It maintains interests in nuclear fuel cycle investments and holds ownership in Westinghouse Electric Company. Founded in 1988, the firm is based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. It employs over 2,500 people and trades on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges.
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