Data Engineer Co-Op

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality integrity and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

Position Title: Data Engineer Co-Op

Date: October 2 2025

Position Reports To:Data Engineer Lead

Location: Minnesota Office Mississauga Ontario

Our Purpose

At IKO were more than a roofing manufacturerwere innovators transforming raw materials into products that shelter families businesses and communities. Our Analytics team is integral to this process turning raw data into actionable insights that drive efficiency reduce waste and enhance product quality. Just as innovation drives our production line our Analytics team powers IKOs success by enabling strategic decisions that keep us at the forefront of the industry.

By living our purpose we bring data to life and help shape IKOs future ensuring we remain a global leader in roofing insulation and waterproofing solutions.

• Shape the Future of Analytics: Be part of a growing dynamic team where youll have the opportunity to help define and shape IKOs analytics strategy making a lasting impact on the business.
• Empowered by Data: Just like the precision that goes into producing each shingle our analytics team turns raw data into precision-driven strategies that impact every facet of the business.
• Innovation in Action: We work at the intersection of data and technology constantly evolving our techniques and tools to drive innovation across IKOs global footprint.
• Global Reach Local Impact: From supply chain optimization to customer satisfaction our insights make a difference across the world.

Are you passionate about working with data and learning from experienced data professionals through hands-on mentorship and real-world projects Do you enjoy solving complex problems and creating seamless data flows If so we have the perfect opportunity for you!

What will your typical day look like

As a Data Engineer Co-Op youll assist in building and maintaining our data pipelines to ensure seamless data extraction transformation and loading (ETL) processes. You will work closely with senior developers to understand business requirements troubleshoot issues and optimize performance.

In this role you will:

• Develop and maintain data pipelines to ensure data from multiple sources is accurately integrated into our systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and translate business requirements into technical solutions. Optimize pipelines for performance ensuring data accuracy and timeliness.
• Support documentation and reporting Document processes data flows and system configurations.
• Assist in monitoring pipelines and resolve issues quickly as they arise.
• Document pipelines and solutions to support traceability training and ongoing improvements.
• Provide regular updates on your tasks and learnings

About the Team

At IKO North America the Data team is the engine behind our data transformation. Were a collaborative group of experts passionate about using the latest technologies to deliver actionable insights that shape the business. We value innovation learning and inclusivity ensuring our team remains a leader in the ever-evolving field of data analytics .

You are someone with:

• A current student with a background in computer science data engineering or a related field.
• A foundational knowledge of SQL and ETL tools (e.g. Azure Data Factory Databricks SSIS Talend etc.).
• Experience in data transformation integration (cloud-based solutions) and the Microsoft Fabric stack (e.g. Azure Data Lake Data Factory Azure Synapse Synapse Data Warehouse) a plus
• A keen interest in data integration transformation ETL and ELT best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with an attention to detail.

• A willingness to learn and collaborate with a team to build high-quality data solutions.

• Knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and applied experience with data-related projects
• Self-motivated adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A team player and initiator with the ability to manage complex tasks and priorities
• Bilingual proficiency in spoken and written French is an asset

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employees sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to and teamwork at IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation health care a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race religion creed color national origin age gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status or Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.