Student, Control Systems Engineer

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At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.

About Us

Key Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mill. The uranium mill at Key Lake is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future.

The Role

Working at Cameco’s Key Lake mill and reporting to the senior process controls engineer, you will gain hands-on experience supporting industrial process control systems, including system optimization, troubleshooting, cybersecurity, and technical documentation. You will work alongside experienced control specialists, engineers and operations professionals while developing practical knowledge of automation, controls, electrical, and the safe and reliable operation of industrial systems.

In this role, you will:

• Assist with OT network systems, including field verification, drawing updates, documentation, and troubleshooting connectivity issues.
• Support Cameco’s Change Management Process.
• Gain hands-on experience with industrial control systems, including system optimization, troubleshooting, testing, and technical support.
• Perform instrumentation and control troubleshooting through data gathering and analysis via PI.
• Support DCS/PLC programming and configuration, including system updates, testing, and documentation as required.
• Collaborate with engineering (electrical, process control, mechanical), maintenance, operations, and control systems teams while gaining practical experience with industrial controls, reliability, and applicable standards and requirements.
  
  

Required:

• you are entering your third or fourth year as a university student in computer, instrumentation, mechatronic, or electrical engineering, or a related discipline;
• strong commitment to safety and safe work practices;
• valid Class 5 driver’s license;
• work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft; and
• you must be returning to school for the academic semester following your work term with Cameco.

Recommended:

• basic knowledge or experience with programming and CAD software is considered an asset.

Conditions of Employment:

• pre-employment substance test; and
• class 5 driver’s license.

Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.

This is an eight-month full-time temporary student term, starting May 2027 until end of December 2027.

Interviews will take place in December 2026/January 2027. Students will be notified if they are selected for an interview.

Req ID #: 42660

Posted: November 5, 2026

Posting end date: November 26, 2026
Salary Range: $78,826 - $97,016

Safety Sensitive Site

Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).

The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.