About the role#
The maintenance engineering department at Cigar Lake is looking for a student to join the team for a sixteen-month term. This role offers the opportunity to gain experience in a mining environment while working on a variety of projects and daily maintenance tasks.
What you'll do#
- Draft mechanical equipment and installations using various CAD packages.
- Perform mechanical design tasks under the guidance of maintenance engineers.
- Assist with equipment inspections and field tests.
- Prepare reports to propose solutions to engineering problems.
- Participate in day-to-day maintenance activities.
What you'll need#
- You are entering your third or fourth year of university in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
- You have strong communication, data analysis, and computer skills.
- You demonstrate a resolute attitude toward safety.
- You must be returning to school for the academic semester following your work term.
- Previous experience in mining or industrial workplaces is recommended.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site at Cigar Lake, Saskatchewan.
- You must be able to work a rotational schedule and commute to the site by aircraft.
- This is a full-time temporary term starting in May 2027 and ending in August 2028.
- Employment is conditional on passing a pre-employment substance test.
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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