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Compass Minerals America Inc. Summer Student - Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineer in Goderich, Ontario
Description
EXPLORE THE POTENTIAL OF BEING PART OF SOMETHING CLEARLY ESSENTIAL!
Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 11 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products.
We are currently hiring a Summer Co-Op Student – Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineer to join the team at our underground salt mine in Goderich, Ontario. This is not a fly in/fly out location.
Application deadline is by March 20 th , 2026.
Compass Minerals’ Goderich Salt Mine, located 1,800 feet under Lake Huron, is the largest underground salt mine in the world. The mine is as deep as the CN Tower in Toronto is tall. The rock salt produced at the mine is used to keep citizens in North America safe as they travel through winter snow and ice. The salt is shipped to hundreds of communities around the Great Lakes and along the St. Lawrence Seaway. Some of the salt is trucked to the Compass Minerals plant less than 4 kilometers away, to be packaged for distribution and sale at retailers in North America. The salt is also sold in bulk to manufacturers that make plastics, detergents, disinfectants and other important products. Goderich is named Canada’s Prettiest Town and is best known for its stunning sunsets. Goderich is a lakeside community of 8,000 people located approximately 1.5 hours from London and Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario.
How will you contribute to the team?
This position functions within a team of other professionals and reports directly to the Engineering and Capital Manager. To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Assist in the completion of engineering work orders, as required
Field inspections, data collection, documentation of existing conditions, create or modify drawings in AutoCAD.
Performs mechanical or structural calculations to assist, where required.
Prepares preliminary design and cost estimates required to analyze cost to benefit of capital expenditures and completes funding request justification accordingly.
Work with Operations to develop engineering solutions for production bottlenecks and problems.
Performs design and cost estimates on new projects. Assist with capital projects as required.
Troubleshoots material handling problems and identify solutions.
Administrative Assistance
Filing drawings digitally to the network in collaboration with engineering department personnel.
Prepare and complete risk assessments and management of change functions
Perform other related duties as required.
Provide assistance as required to other engineering personnel (ground control, mechanical engineering, drafting, etc).
What should you bring to the role?
Must be currently enrolled in an accredited engineering program either in college or university.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate reasoning
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Has a self-starter attitude with a high level of motivation
Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
Evidence of leadership skills, working effectively with a team
Ability to receive coaching and a desire to enhance learning
High level of attention to detail while providing accurate data aligned with departmental standards
What is the work schedule?
This is a Monday-Friday position working an 8-hour day shift.
Overtime may be required in order to support a 24/7 operation.
This position is expected to work underground.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Vacancy Status : This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Starting Base Wage: $27.13-$32.71 (based on school year education level).
AI Disclosure : The Company does not use AI tools for initial resume screening; all final decisions are made by hiring managers.
Compass Minerals Canada Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. To request reasonable accommodations, email careers@compassminerals.com .