Engineering Graduate Associate (United States)

Rotational Engineering Leadership Development (Engineering Graduate Associate) Program - United States 2027

Applications are now open for Orica's 2027 Engineering Leadership Development Program.

Launch Your Engineering Career with a Global Leader

Turn your engineering degree into a career that makes a real impact.

At Orica, you'll do more than start a job. You'll begin a structured leadership development journey with the world's leading mining and civil blasting company. From day one, you'll contribute to meaningful projects, solve real-world engineering challenges, and gain exposure to diverse aspects of our business while helping mobilize the resources essential to modern life.

Our two-year Engineering Leadership Development Program is designed for graduates who are motivated to learn, adaptable to change, and excited by the opportunity to build a career that can take them anywhere.

Through a combination of operational experience, technical development, mentoring, and national mobility, you'll gain broad business exposure while developing the skills, knowledge, and network needed for future leadership opportunities across Orica.

About Orica

Established in 1874, Orica has grown to become the global leader in mining and civil blasting, employing more than 13,000 people worldwide. Every day, our people help mobilize the vital resources that drive progress, while shaping the future of mining through innovation, digital technologies, and new ways of thinking.

About The Role 

Our two-year rotational development program is designed to accelerate your growth through meaningful experiences across multiple areas of the business.

Graduates receive:

•    Real responsibilities from day one
•    Exposure to operational, technical, commercial, and leadership environments
•    Structured mentoring and coaching
•    Individual development planning
•    Hands-on learning and technical training
•    Ongoing performance and development reviews
•    Networking opportunities with leaders and graduate peers across North America

Typical Rotation Opportunities

Rotation paths are tailored based on development goals, business needs, and individual strengths and may include experiences in:

•    Operations and Site Leadership
•    Technical Services
•    Manufacturing
•    Commercial and Business Development
•    Technology and Innovation
•    Supply Chain
•    Safety and Risk Management

Examples of experiences may include:

•    Field operations and site leadership exposure
•    Drill and blast design and technical services activities
•    Customer engagement and commercial project support
•    Safety and risk management initiatives
•    Business improvement and operational excellence projects
•    Digital and technology-enabled mining solutions exposure

Location & Mobility Commitment

This is a national mobility program designed to develop future leaders with broad business experience.

Successful candidates must be willing and able to:

•    Live and work anywhere within the United States
•    Relocate multiple times throughout the two-year program
•    Accept assignments in regional, remote, and rural locations
•    Work across different business functions and operating environments
•    Remain open to permanent placement anywhere within the United States following program completion

Geographic mobility is a mandatory requirement of participation in this program. Candidates who are unable or unwilling to relocate during or after the program will not be considered.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking graduates who demonstrate strong potential for future leadership and are excited by the opportunity to build a long-term career with Orica.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

•    Learning agility and curiosity
•    Adaptability and flexibility
•    Problem-solving capabilities
•    Resilience and perseverance
•    Strong motivation and initiative
•    A collaborative mindset
•    Interest in working across locations, teams, and business functions
•    Commitment to continuous development
•    Willingness to embrace geographic mobility as part of their career journey

We also look for individuals who align with Orica's leadership framework:

•    Achievement Focused
•    Strategic
•    Inspiring
•    Emotionally Intelligent
•    Inclusive Leaders

Degrees and Disciplines

We welcome applications from students graduating in:

•    Mining Engineering
•    Chemical Engineering
•    Mechanical Engineering
•    Geological Engineering
•    Geology
•    Environmental Engineering
•    Other related engineering disciplines as appropriate

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered, you must:

•    Be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
•    Be eligible to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. driver's license
•    Be in your final year of study or have completed your degree within the past year
•    Be willing to complete pre-employment background, medical, and drug screening requirements
•    Be willing to relocate throughout the program and for final placement
•    Be available to commence employment in June 2027

Where This Program Can Lead

Graduates who successfully complete the program may progress into opportunities across:

•    Mining Services
•    Technical Services
•    Operations Leadership
•    Commercial
•    Safety

Permanent placement decisions are based on business needs, performance, mobility, development progress, and organizational opportunities.

Why Join Orica

At Orica, you'll be part of a truly global organization that invests in your growth and development.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Important: This is a national mobility program. Participation requires the ability and willingness to relocate anywhere within the United States for rotational assignments during the two-year program and for permanent placement following program completion. Assignment locations are determined by business needs and may include remote or rural locations.

Start Date

June 2027

Compensation Range 

•    $77,500 USD
•    Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan
•    Relocation Assistance (As needed)

Benefits 

•    Medical/Prescription Drug – Three (3) plans to choose from
•    Dental – Two (2) plans to choose from
•    Vision – Two (2) plans to choose from
•    Health Savings Account
•    Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
•    Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
•    Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
•    Company provided Employee Assistance Program
•    Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Plans
•    Voluntary Identity Theft Protection 
•    Voluntary Legal Plan
•    401(k) + Company Match
•    Company provided Maternity Leave
•    Company provided Bonding Leave
•    Accrued Paid Time Off 
•    Paid Sick & Safe Time
•    Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays 

Orica is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are a Drug-free workplace. 

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military, or veteran, marital or disability status.

We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica.  Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process.  All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.