Career Opportunities: Student, Mechanical Engineering (40479) At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. We support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.
About Us
Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco's corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario.
The Role
The technical services department is a talented team of engineers that work on impactful projects essential to Cameco's success. As a member of the technical services department, you will report to the Sr. Engineer, Mechanical, providing mechanical engineering and technical solutions for mining, milling and process controls problems. Projects would involve heavy process industrial systems in Northern Saskatchewan mines and mills and Ontario refinery and conversion facilities.
In this role, you will:
Perform various mechanical engineering and design tasks
Perform analysis of process systems involving piping, pumping, pressure vessels, tanks and HVAC
Perform preliminary equipment sizing for pumps, vessels, tanks, and HVAC
Work with mechanical designers for CAD work in support of development of 3D models and 2D drawings
Develop technical specifications, datasheets and reports
Support the development of utility PFDs, P&ID's and drawings for cost estimation, construction, and turnover
Support the construction and commissioning processes through RFI's and field presence as required
Be responsible for applying corporate policies, procedures, technical and safety standards, and regulations (Federal provincial, corporate and SHEQ) in your day-to-day work
Required:
You are entering your third or fourth year as a university student specializing in mechanical engineering
Solid understanding of MS Office software, including proficiency in Excel
Occasional travel to Cameco production facilities
Recommended:
Knowledge of equipment, piping and pump sizing and selection
Knowledge of hydraulics and HVAC system design
Strong communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills
Interest in lean principles and value engineering
Conditions of Employment:
Pre-employment Substance test
You will be returning to school for the academic semester following your work term with Cameco
Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
This is a 12-month full-time temporary student term, starting May 2025 until end of April 2026, with the potential to extend up to 16 months.
Interviews will take place in January 2025. Students will be notified if they are selected for an interview.
Posted: November 12, 2024
Posting end date: December 3, 2024
Salary Range: $67,678 - $83,296 per annum
Safety Sensitive Site
The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco's Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user's system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.
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