Start Date: September 2026

Duration: 8 or 12 months

In this role, you will:

- Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies.
- Seek ways to improve our process by collaborating with the engineering team and operations on new process development, plant process optimization, quality assurance initiatives, day‑to‑day troubleshooting, evaluation test work and data analysis.
- Assist with the advancement of technology through bench‑top testing and thermodynamics simulations.
- Collect samples and perform analysis in the processing or water treatment facility as well as in the lab environment.
- Project Management: organizing, scheduling and controlling the cost, and tracking the status of projects relating to plant modifications, expansions, and maintenance shutdowns.
- Report preparation, and formal presentations.
- Create and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business.

Requirements:

- Working towards an undergraduate degree in Chemical, Process, Mining, or Metallurgical Engineering.
- A valid Class 5 Driver's License or extra‑provincial equivalent, without learner's restrictions.
- Able to operate vehicles at our operations, in various weather conditions and terrain.




- Comfortable working in a agile industrial work environment with a range of engineering, technical and operational personnel.
- Willingness to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
- 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).

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: May 31, 2026

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre‑employment drug screen.

Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co‑op experiences completed.

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📌 September 2026 Process/Chemical Engineering Co-op (Sparwood)
🏢 Elk Valley Resources
📍 Sparwood