Lead Mechanical Engineer - Underground Mining (Hybrid)

AECOM; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Lead Engineer - Mechanical (Underground Hard Rock Mining) to be based in Centurion, South Africa. You will lead mechanical work packages for underground copper and gold projects, covering studies, design, procurement, construction support and commissioning.

The role requires strong leadership of teams and effective collaboration with global and local stakeholders. You will own complex materials-handling and fixed-plant scopes, including crushing, conveying, transfer systems,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 9 years' mechanical engineering experience in mining or bulk materials handling.
• Registered Professional Engineer with a recognized body.
• Experience with conveyor systems and fixed plant.
• Proficiency with conveyor-design packages (Sidewinder or Belt Analyst).

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design packages for underground mining and materials handling.
• Perform conveyor design analysis and sizing using Sidewinder and Belt Analyst.
• Develop equipment specifications, datasheets, and design reports.
• Oversee integration of crushing, conveying, pumping, dewatering, and ventilation systems.
• Coordinate interfaces across civil, structural, electrical, and geotechnical disciplines.
• Mentor graduates and intermediate engineers; liaise with clients and vendors.

Skills

First-principles engineering

Materials handling

Bulk solids flow

Rotating equipment

Fluid systems

Fixed plant

Underground hard-rock operations

Technical communication

Mentoring

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer

Tools

Sidewinder

Belt Analyst

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Plant 3D

Revit

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Lead Engineer - Mechanical (Underground Hard Rock Mining) to be based in Centurion, South Africa. You will lead mechanical work packages for underground copper and gold projects, covering studies, design, procurement, construction support and commissioning.

The role requires strong leadership of teams and effective collaboration with global and local stakeholders. You will own complex materials-handling and fixed-plant scopes, including crushing, conveying, transfer systems,