Machinist Co-op Student - Winter 2027

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented Machinist Co-op Student. In this role, you will work closely with our experienced licensed machinists and CNC programmers to gain practical, real-world experience in subtractive manufacturing. You will bridge the gap between classroom theory and precision production.

Shift: Day Shift, Monday to Friday

Your Role

• Machine Setup & Operation: Assist in setting up and operating manual machines (lathes, mills, drill presses) and introductory CNC machinery.
• Quality Inspection: Use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, verniers, and indicators) to inspect finished parts against design tolerances.
• Blueprint Reading: Read and interpret technical engineering drawings, blueprints, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Part Finishing: Deburr, clean, and prepare machined parts for quality control sign-off.
• Shop Maintenance: Adhere to all safety protocols, clean machinery, manage coolant levels, and organize tooling.

About You

• Current Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited program focusing on Machining (e.g., Mechanical Technician - General Machinist, Tool & Die, or related CNC programming programs).
• Technical Foundations: Basic shop math skills and a foundational understanding of cutting speeds, feeds, and tooling.
• Software Awareness: Familiarity with CAD/CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, SolidWorks) is considered an asset.
• Safety Mindset: Hardworking, punctual, and strictly committed to wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) like steel-toed boots and safety glasses.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.