Mechanical Engineering Student, High Pressure Metallurgy

Requisition ID: 93933 

Job Category: Campus 

Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part of innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities? Apply today!

Looking to get the most out of your upcoming internship?

Hatch is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Student with an interest in Mining and Metals for a 16-month student intern position starting May 2025. Reporting to the High-Pressure Metallurgy group of engineers, you will support offices globally working from our Mississauga Head Office.

Hatch has been serving the world’s mining and metals industry with studies, design, engineering, development of innovative technologies, and project and construction management through to commissioning and operations for both greenfield and brownfield facilities.

As the mining industry faces new challenges, our focus is on innovation. Join us in helping our clients create measurable improvements to their operations throughout the entire mining lifecycle value chain.

The High-Pressure Metallurgy Group is part of the Base Metals division within Hatch. The group is responsible for the design, construction and commissioning of autoclaves used globally for the recovery of minerals such as gold, nickel, uranium and other precious metals.

What a Co-op at Hatch Will Offer You: 

You will: 

• Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects in meaningful ways.
• Work on problems and gain experience in the office and on project sites. 
• Collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally.
• Work in an exciting environment where you can apply your academic learning on a daily basis.
• Benefit from informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry.
• Participate in local lunch and learns, Student Showcase, Sustainability Week, Toastmasters, and more to develop your skills.
• Join in charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees.

We’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities. 

Responsibilities: 

• Work in a professional, team-based, multi-disciplinary engineering environment. 
• Develop problem solving skills pertaining to mechanical equipment and piping design. 
• Participate in project-based work including equipment sizing, piping system design, technical specification writing, and cost estimating. 
• Introduction to industry standard Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools such as ANSYS, to help solve engineering design problems. 
• Introduction to pressure vessel design tools such as Codeware Compress. 
• Introduction to piping hydraulic design tools such as AFT Fathom, Impulse and Arrow for incompressible, viscous, and compressible fluids. 

Education and Experience:

• 3rd or 4th year student pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited University.
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Thermodynamics
  • Heat Transfer
  • Mechanical Design
  • Fluid Dynamics
• The ability to translate theoretical applications into practical solutions. 
• Eager to be involved in large-scale, complex metallurgical projects, and able to demonstrate keen problem-solving skills in developing practical solutions.
• A self-motivated individual capable of working both independently and within a team environment.

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes): 

• Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they apply to engineering problems and projects
• Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving, and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges
• Highly motivated, with a positive attitude and an ability to understand innovation
• Adapts and embraces change 

To be considered, you must submit:  cover letter, resume and unofficial or official transcript.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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