Mechanical Engineer – Longwall Mining Equipment Design

Nepean (AU); Mackay Regional; In loco; AUD 100.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Exposure to underground mining tech

Collaborative team environment

Safety and quality focused culture

Descrizione del lavoro

NEPEAN Longwall in Mackay, Australia, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team. This hands-on role focuses on design, analysis and support of longwall mining equipment and components, collaborating with engineering, drafting, procurement and site teams.

The successful applicant will contribute from concept through detailed design, manufacture, installation and in-field support, with exposure to development mining equipment and diesel vehicles distributed by NEPEAN across Australia.

Competenze

• Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering.
• 5–10 years engineering experience in mining, heavy industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Experience with longwall or underground coal mining equipment is highly regarded.
• Strong 3D CAD design and analysis capability (Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Vault).
• Working knowledge of Australian Standards AS4100, AS3990 and AS3800 and safety-in-design principles is advantageous.
• Willingness to undertake occasional site, interstate or international travel.

Mansioni

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies and systems for longwall mining equipment, including AFCs, BSLs, drive units, chains and structure.
• Perform engineering calculations (stress, fatigue, load) to meet safety and customer requirements.
• Create and review 3D models, assembly models and detailed drawings using CAD tools.
• Prepare and review engineering documentation such as BOMs, specifications and design verification records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver practical project outcomes.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning and in-field operation.
• Assist with root-cause investigations, warranty matters and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to safe, reliable and manufacturable design solutions for underground coal mining.

Conoscenze

Analytical thinking

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering

Strumenti

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Vault

Descrizione del lavoro

NEPEAN Longwall in Mackay, Australia, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team. This hands-on role focuses on design, analysis and support of longwall mining equipment and components, collaborating with engineering, drafting, procurement and site teams.

The successful applicant will contribute from concept through detailed design, manufacture, installation and in-field support, with exposure to development mining equipment and diesel vehicles distributed by NEPEAN across Australia.