Graduate - Electrical Engineer

Rio Tinto PLC•Salt Lake City, UT

28d•Onsite

About The Position

If you want to drive real change, we have just the place to do it. Our Graduate Program is an opportunity for you to shape Rio Tinto from the inside out. We want you to be part of our leading global company to help take us forward by solving the emerging challenges of our time. At Rio Tinto, we believe the best ideas come from bringing people together with different perspectives to work toward a common goal - to create a better tomorrow. About the role Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. We're looking for graduates from a range of degrees for different areas across our business. This requisition is for a role of Graduate Electrical Engineer based at Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah. We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining. We have technical development programs that are industry-leading and recognize the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills. Working in a collaborative community, you will be: Assessing feasibility of proposed engineering solutions, equipment, or processes Reviewing design deliverables and developing engineering scope of work documents Performing / reviewing electrical calculations and studies with the aid of ETAP software Medium voltage power distribution networks, including substations and overhead / underground distribution & transmission lines Low voltage and medium voltage power distribution networks in manufacturing plants and open pit mines Learn fundamental leadership skills by leading a virtual team through a gamified leadership simulation Challenge your thinking and gain an outside perspective from futurists and external thought leaders Acquire a toolkit focused on future skills to inspire innovation and creativity through a series of masterclasses Team up with graduate colleagues to innovate solutions for future business and world challenges Grow your leadership skills with 1-1 coaching sessions with an experienced external coach Network with our senior leaders and subject matter experts Access world-class digital learning.

Requirements

A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
To be eligible for the Graduate program, you must have completed your studies within the last two years (2024, 2025) or working towards graduation in 2026.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or other related field
Less than two years of relevant work experience (local and international)
Leadership skills, eagerness to learn and ready for the challenge ahead
Flexibility and autonomy
Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
Valid driving license
To be eligible, you must have the right to work full-time in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Vulcan and/or Leapfrog software is preferred

Responsibilities

Assessing feasibility of proposed engineering solutions, equipment, or processes
Reviewing design deliverables and developing engineering scope of work documents
Performing / reviewing electrical calculations and studies with the aid of ETAP software
Medium voltage power distribution networks, including substations and overhead / underground distribution & transmission lines
Low voltage and medium voltage power distribution networks in manufacturing plants and open pit mines
Learn fundamental leadership skills by leading a virtual team through a gamified leadership simulation
Challenge your thinking and gain an outside perspective from futurists and external thought leaders
Acquire a toolkit focused on future skills to inspire innovation and creativity through a series of masterclasses
Team up with graduate colleagues to innovate solutions for future business and world challenges
Grow your leadership skills with 1-1 coaching sessions with an experienced external coach
Network with our senior leaders and subject matter experts
Access world-class digital learning

Benefits

A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.
Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus.
Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.
Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program.
Attractive share ownership plan.
Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you're able to spend quality time with your new family.
Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life's challenges.

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