Engineering Co-op Student; Summer

Lunenburg Operations
100 Battery Point Road
PO Box 910
Lunenburg, NS , CAN

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Engineering Co-op Student to join our team this Summer term. If you're ready to dive into a sea of opportunities and tackle hands-on experience in engineering, this role is for you! With a focus on data collection and creating standard work procedures, the position is ideal for students in their 3rd or 4th year of university or college, or those who have recently graduated.

You will have the chance to work on diverse projects, collaborate with internal business partners, and support various engineering initiatives, ensuring you gain valuable skills and experience while working in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Data Collection and Analysis:
• Collaborate with maintenance, production, quality, and engineering teams to collect data and create standard work procedures for equipment, processes, and product lines.
• Occasionally work on various shifts to collect all relevant data.
• Process Improvement:
• Analyze and interpret data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for various equipment and processes.
• Project Support:
• Assist in the planning and execution of engineering projects, including process optimization and equipment upgrades.

• Currently enrolled in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business Program, or a recent graduate pursuing hands-on industry experience
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams (maintenance, production, quality, and engineering)

Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the confidence to ask questions and share findings

Analytical and detail-oriented mindset with the ability to gather, interpret, and draw insights from data

Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a willingness to think critically about processes and improvements

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and adaptable to changing priorities

Proficient in basic computer applications (e.g., Excel, Word); experience with data or process documentation tools is an asset

Join our Casting Nets to the Future Student Program — a recognized experience designed to help you build in-demand skills, grow your network, and make measurable impact in a fast-moving food business. High Liner Foods was named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People largely because of this program, which has also been nominated by Dalhousie University as Best Co-op Program.

• Real project ownership, not filler work
• Mentorship & coaching from industry professionals
• Networking with leaders, including members of our Executive team
• Cohort-based programming & social events
• Student ambassador opportunities for returning terms

Grow, contribute, and explore where your career could go next.