Co-op Student, Autonomous Haul Systems

LOCATION: Calgary, Alberta (CA-AB)
JOB NUMBER: 25446
 

Job Overview

Co-op positions at Suncor are more than just a work term. They provide you with meaningful and challenging work experiences to help enable you to determine where you want your career to go – better yet, many of our co-op students go on to become permanent Suncor employees after they graduate! You will work side-by-side with some of the most talented people in the energy industry, and your work assignments and mentoring will offer you extraordinary academic and career growth.

In this position, you will report to the manager and you will work with a team comprised of professional engineers and geologists focused on the Autonomous Haul Systems across our mining operations. You will gain valuable insight to the design and deployment planning and various other aspects of the work that we do.

Key Accountabilities

• Build design plots and key autonomous haul system infrastructure identified as part of the mine plans
• Participate in the development and modification of engineering control documents as well as assist with field studies and evaluations
• Participate in the gathering and compiling of reports and stewardship
• Analyze data and information to understand incidents and the integration with the system functionality for implementation as well as being responsible for data integrity
• Perform version upgrades and integration when required

Required Qualifications

Experience and Education:

• Previous experience within a mining or dispatch environment is ideal
• Currently enrolled in a formal co-op program in a mining, geology or other systems related engineering program at an accredited post-secondary institution, and returning to full-time studies after the work term
• Attach your transcripts with your application and clearly indicate the length of work term for which you are available

Skills and Knowledge:

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
• Demonstrated understanding of SQL Server, Modular Dispatch System and MineScape is an asset
• Proven understanding and strong attention to detail in working with data and ability to recognize patterns
• Ability to expect accountability: you hold co-workers accountable and expect them to do the same
• Exceptional collaboration skills: you collaborate in order to achieve the best results and determine the best outcome

Working Conditions

• This is an 8-12 month work term, from January 2019 – December 2019
• You will work out of our head office in Calgary, Alberta at the Suncor Energy Centre
• Relocation support will be provided; we offer highly competitive housing assistance to eligible candidates 

Why Suncor
Start your career at one of Canada's leading companies. Suncor looks for people who have the best to offer, and provides the same in return. We are committed to sustainable, ethical growth - Suncor is a company where you can contribute in a meaningful way, grow your skills and career, and achieve success.

Business Overview
Suncor Energy is Canada's energy company - meaning rewarding opportunities for you to apply your knowledge, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions. Our business portfolio spans the entire energy sector, from a leadership position in oil sands development, to refining and marketing operations, natural gas, and conventional oil production, internationally and offshore East Coast Canada.

And while we are working to responsibly develop petroleum resources and contribute to the communities where we live and work, we are also developing our renewable energy portfolio, which includes wind power and biofuels.

As part of Suncor's team, you'll contribute to the ongoing success of Canada's largest energy company - one with a solid track record of growth, a focus on safety and sustainability and tremendous potential for the future. And you'll have the opportunity to learn from experts in the industry and build on your skills every day.

Suncor promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Suncor is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Suncor is committed to accessibility and accommodations will be provided to applicants upon request. At Suncor, we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and where every team member has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

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JOB CATEGORY: Students & New Grads