Senior Project Engineer - Mining Automation & Commissioning

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses and incentives

Comprehensive medical coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for a mining automation role in Welkom. You will manage end-to-end projects, from planning to commissioning, ensuring seamless integration of automated control systems across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in automation, project management, and mining/heavy industry experience, with travel to project sites as required. Opportunity for career growth within a global automation leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; Master's preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in project engineering with automation focus.
• Experience managing complex engineering projects in mining or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of control systems, PLCs, HMI, SCADA, and robotics.
• PM methodologies experience; PMP certification is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.
• Proficiency with MS Project or Primavera.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end project management of mining equipment automation initiatives.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of automated control systems, including PLCs, SCADA, and robotics.
• Coordinate with internal engineering teams and external stakeholders, including clients and suppliers.
• Manage project risks, identify potential issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all projects comply with industry safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct site visits for project assessment, installation supervision, and commissioning activities.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and clients.
• Drive continuous improvement in project execution processes and team performance.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for a mining automation role in Welkom. You will manage end-to-end projects, from planning to commissioning, ensuring seamless integration of automated control systems across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in automation, project management, and mining/heavy industry experience, with travel to project sites as required. Opportunity for career growth within a global automation leader.