Field Mechanical Engineer – Mining Equipment Upgrades

AECI Limited; Guadeloupe; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

AECI Limited is seeking a Mechanical Engineering specialist to design, develop, install, commission and optimise mining explosives delivery equipment and related systems. You will manage mechanical projects, provide technical support across manufacturing, field operations and mining customers, ensuring safety, reliability and lifecycle cost efficiency.

The role involves risk assessments, change control, and collaboration with procurement and site teams.

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng/BTech in Mechanical Engineering with professional registration advantageous.
• Experience leading mechanical engineering projects with emphasis on capital expenditure.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design, calculations, drawings and docs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist mechanical engineering support for mining equipment and systems.
• Lead cost estimation, BOMs and budget monitoring for projects.
• Translate URS to FS and design mechanical components with safety focus.
• Develop and maintain engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Participate in risk assessments, MOC processes and change control.
• Manage contractors and supplier submissions; ensure compliance and quality.
• Support commissioning, FAT/SAT and field engineering activities.
• Drive reliability, maintenance optimisation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical design

Root-cause analysis

Equipment troubleshooting

Project management

Documentation

Education

BSc/BEng/BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Registration with ECSA

PM qualification/certificate

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

AECI Limited is seeking a Mechanical Engineering specialist to design, develop, install, commission and optimise mining explosives delivery equipment and related systems. You will manage mechanical projects, provide technical support across manufacturing, field operations and mining customers, ensuring safety, reliability and lifecycle cost efficiency.

The role involves risk assessments, change control, and collaboration with procurement and site teams.