Manufacturing Engineering Co-op

POSITION TITLE: Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Student

LOCATION: North Bay, Ontario

Salary: $20 to $25 per hour

Anticipated Start Date: January 4^th, 2027

MacLean Engineering is looking for an energetic Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Student to join our Manufacturing Engineering team in North Bay, ON. This co-op opportunity is ideal for a student looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic Engineering and Production environment while applying classroom learning to real manufacturing challenges. The successful candidate will work with engineering, production, and other cross-functional groups, including vendors and customers, in support of the design and manufacturing of heavy mobile mining equipment.

About the Co-op Position: The Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Student will support problem solving, process improvement, and root cause analysis activities across various products and manufacturing disciplines, primarily liaising between production and engineering. This role provides exposure to product and process development, quality-focused manufacturing practices, and continuous improvement initiatives. The following learning opportunities and responsibilities are included:

• Support the use of SolidWorks to add manufacturing details to existing drawings and new designs, helping outline optimal manufacturing processes for welding, machining, electrical/mechanical assembly, and paint;
• Assist with jig, fixture, part, and process design using SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and support coordination of releases into production through the ECN process;
• Help create SOPs and Work Instructions to standardize and define manufacturing processes;
• Support responses to customer, factory, and vendor non-conformances and assist with documenting issues in the Product Problem Reporting Database, including interim actions, root cause analysis, and corrective action follow-up as applicable;
• Identify and support coordination of improvement opportunities, including basic ROI review and implementation support where applicable;
• Participate in quotation and project support activities for contract manufacturing projects, with guidance from experienced team members.

About You: The successful co-op student must be willing to learn, open-minded and flexible, organized and detail oriented, team oriented, disciplined, and must have a positive attitude, along with the following qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an Engineering Technician or Technologist program in a Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial discipline, or equivalent, and returning to school following the co-op term;
• Positive attitude, strong aptitude, humility, and willingness to learn are required;
• Previous exposure to machining and/or welding through school, projects, co-op placements, or work experience is considered an asset;
• Exposure to mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical assembly through school, projects, co-op placements, or work experience is considered an asset;
• Exposure to Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, or an OEM fabrication environment is considered an asset;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and exposure to SolidWorks or similar design software;

• Able to demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude;

• Able to take initiative, manage assigned priorities, and ask questions when support or clarification is needed;
• Problem-solving ability, interest in value stream mapping, and strong constructive communication skills are considered assets.

Planned Co-op Training

• HR Orientation
• HSE Orientation

Co-op Position Requirements

• Must be able to complete all required training programs for the co-op placement

About Us: Founded in 1973 in Ontario, Canada, MacLean Engineering is the world’s largest Canadian-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment. While continuing to expand both our product range and global footprint, we remain privately owned and committed to the founder’s original design principles: safety, productivity, and enduring quality. Our company delivers mobile equipment solutions for both underground and surface mining, supported by unit-of-one manufacturing expertise and a global service network.

Driven by a strong commitment to safety, productivity, and customer support, MacLean serves mining operations worldwide through branches in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, and Australia. We operate five manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Barrie, North Bay, and Mexico, and employ over 1,000 people across six countries and four continents. The next chapters of MacLean’s mining innovation story are being written within the broad themes of electrification, automation, and digitalization of the global mining industry.

Our skilled tradespeople work in a safety‑first environment to build high‑quality components and equipment for the underground mining, municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors. Join MacLean and contribute to a legacy defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and meaningful impact.

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third-party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position. A clear and satisfactory result is required for all candidates prior to the confirmation of employment.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.