Job Description

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Want to work with leading technology?

Who We Are:

Welcome to Vale. Our purpose is to improve life and transform the future. Together. We value our workforce and strive to offer continuous training and career development opportunities for our people.

Vale Base Metals is one of the world\'s largest producers of high-quality nickel and an important producer of copper and responsibly sourced cobalt. With headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and operations in Newfoundland & Labrador, Ontario, Manitoba, UK, Indonesia, and Brazil, we are delivering the critical building blocks for a cleaner, greener future.

Applying the latest technologies to sustainably mine the critical minerals that power electric vehicles, build renewable energy solutions, and help develop life-saving medical equipment is at the heart of what we do.

We invite you to be part of our evolution.

Our Team:

Our corporate office, located in downtown Toronto serves as the headquarters for the global Base Metals business, providing support to all our Base Metals operations. In Mississauga, Vale\xe2\x80\x99s Base Metals Technology Development team work to improve Vale\xe2\x80\x99s competitive edge and support its growth strategies by coming up with safer and more environmentally responsible technology.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Chemical ENGINEERING / ENGINEERING SCIENCE CO-OP STUDENT to join our Vale Technology and Innovation group in Mississauga-ON. This is a fixed term (12 to 16 month) position, starting from May 2024.

As a Chemical Engineering Co-op Student, you will have the opportunity for your further development by working closely within the Hydrometallurgy group on a range of chemical processes for nickel and cobalt related to their growing use in lithium ion batteries for electric vehicles. From working in our labs and miniplant facilities, as an integral part of larger projects, to leadership development, diversity & inclusion and culture, you will have a holistic and enriching experience like no other. You will also gain a deeper understanding of our company and our sustainable approach to mining via exposure to other Vale operations in Canada and abroad.

In this position, you will:

• Conduct literature search and document reviews on research papers and patents relative to undertaken projects
• Assist in the design, implementation and safe execution of chemical laboratory and miniplant testwork programs.
• Perform testwork results analysis from a variety of inputs, along with mass and energy balance, prepare reports and presentations.
• Provide technical support for preparation of engineering design deliverables such as process design criteria and process design basis
• Participate in HAZOP\xe2\x80\x99s and other safety reviews.
• Plan and implement work in a manner that promotes safe working environment in collaboration with other members of the team.
• Assist with various inspections within the labs and miniplant facilities and effectively communicate areas requiring focus.

About You

• Currently enrolled as a Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering student in a Co-op Program.
• Solid verbal, written and analytical communication skills.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Proven time management and organization skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a proven safety record are essential.

What we offer you:

• Competitive salary
• Online training opportunities
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.
• Grow your career in a large and global company, and mining industry leader
• Participation in our Employee Family Assistance Program

Include to Transform

At Vale, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome \xe2\x80\x93 they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.

Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Apply By: January 15, 2024

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