Maintenance Engineer Co-Op/Intern

at  The Mosaic Company

he Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) is the world’s leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash—two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world. Our Headquarters is in Lithia, Florida with operations throughout North America (U.S./Canada) and South America.
At Mosaic We Help the World Grow the Food it Needs - Apply today and join our team!
Where will you work:
Mosaic Potash Esterhazy is an underground potash mine located 90 kilometers south of Yorkton. It’s split between three mine sites - K1, K2 and K3 which will be the largest, and one of the world’s most competitive underground potash mines in the world.
Housing and relocation can be provided for qualified candidates.
Term
May 12 - August 22, 2025
Maintenance Engineer Co-Op/Intern
A Maintenance Engineer Co-Op/Intern at Mosaic will be assigned to special projects and will assist other engineers on major projects. Projects will focus on improving equipment performance, and engineering support for maintenance personnel.
What will you do?

Day to day work assignments could include:

• Technical drawing reviews, field tours with maintenance/operations personnel, and technical support during mechanical failures
• Specific project assignments will be made by the supervisor; assignments could include:
• Defining clear project scope and requests for capital work
• Leading and implementing safety improvement projects
• Technical drawing updates
• Completing engineering requests from the operations and maintenance teams
• Design/size/validate new or modification of existing equipment and piping
• Provide technical support for equipment inspections
• Obtain equipment specifications through drawings, manuals, and other relevant searches
• Assist in completing management of change process for projects
• Communicate with various levels of personnel throughout the organization, including management, plant operators, engineers (of various disciplines), tradespersons, and contractors
• Participate in department meetings and meetings specific to the project assignment
• Adhere to Mosaic’s mission, guiding principles and priorities, and key competencies

What do you need for this role?

• Second year or higher pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial Systems, Chemical or Electrical Engineering
• Ability to function in an industrial chemical and mining environment
• 1-2 years of experience volunteering, working with student/school organizations, or work is an asset
• Reliable transportation to travel to and from site
• Ability to work full time
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and implement learned process, procedures or software
• Strong verbal, written and listening communication skills, including presentation skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with others
• Ability to effectively work with employees at all levels within the organization and external customers, suppliers and vendors
• Ability to maintain a clean work environment and comply with all safety and environmental policies
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete the following: Post-offer/pre-placement drug and alcohol screening, background check, physical, functional capacity examination.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the safety of his or her own self, or the safety of others.
• Able to lift approximately 0-25 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to climb stairs and work at various heights.
• Able to distinguish varying or specific colors, patterns or materials.
• Able to hear, with or without correction.
• Able to read, write and understand basic English.
• Able to see, with or without correction.
• Able to use fine hand motor skills.
• Able to wear a respirator.
• Able to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Must be able to work a 12-hour shift.
• Must be authorized to work in Canada.

What do you need for this role?

• Second year or higher pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial Systems, Chemical or Electrical Engineering
• Ability to function in an industrial chemical and mining environment
• 1-2 years of experience volunteering, working with student/school organizations, or work is an asset
• Reliable transportation to travel to and from site
• Ability to work full time
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and implement learned process, procedures or software
• Strong verbal, written and listening communication skills, including presentation skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with others
• Ability to effectively work with employees at all levels within the organization and external customers, suppliers and vendors
• Ability to maintain a clean work environment and comply with all safety and environmental policies
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete the following: Post-offer/pre-placement drug and alcohol screening, background check, physical, functional capacity examination

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the safety of his or her own self, or the safety of others.
• Able to lift approximately 0-25 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to climb stairs and work at various heights.
• Able to distinguish varying or specific colors, patterns or materials.
• Able to hear, with or without correction.
• Able to read, write and understand basic English.
• Able to see, with or without correction.
• Able to use fine hand motor skills.
• Able to wear a respirator.
• Able to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Must be able to work a 12-hour shift.
• Must be authorized to work in Canada