Engineering Coop Student - Mechanical - FTT

Responsibilities

This is a four‑month assignment that will provide opportunities for engagement with engineers, managers, and others in different departments in the organization, and provide an understanding of some of the workings within the engineering department at BCRTC.

This position will assist Engineering in various projects related to maintaining and operating BCRTC guideway and rail assets, researching mechanical issues on guideway and wayside elements, researching and developing design standards and process improvements, and ensuring compliance.

• Mechanical Engineering student in the third or fourth year preferred with a strong academic background in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Solid Works, and competence in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Valid BC class 5 driver’s license.
• Currently enrolled in a recognized post‑secondary Mechanical Engineering program at a BC university.
• Previous co‑op experience is a strong asset.
• Previous industrial experience is an asset.
• Safety first attitude.
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills.
• Proven interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Positive and self‑motivated.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficient in the use of computer systems and software.
• Desire to progress, learn, grow, and succeed.
• Demonstration of excellent grades.

Comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training, and more.

37.5 hours per week. This is a full‑time temporary position for approximately four months.

Resident. This position works predominately on‑site.

The salary for this position ranges from $65,600 - $98,400 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role.

Sky Train is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2

SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at