Mechanical Design Engineer - Mining Equipment

Placements24; Vereeniging; In loco; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for a leading heavy mining equipment manufacturer. You will design and refine large-scale machinery, perform stress, vibration, and thermal analyses, and develop robust 3D models and detailed drawings for production.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, testing, and field service teams to drive reliability and cost efficiency, stay updated on industry standards, and deliver innovative engineering solutions for harsh operating

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software: SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD.
• Strong experience with FEA for structural and dynamic analysis.
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes relevant to heavy equipment.
• Understanding hydraulics, pneumatics, and power transmission systems.

Mansioni

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for large-scale mining equipment, ensuring durability and performance.
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis, including stress, fatigue, vibration, and thermal analysis, using FEA software.
• Create comprehensive 3D models and detailed 2D manufacturing drawings using CAD software.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Specify and select appropriate materials and components for heavy-duty applications.
• Develop and execute validation test plans for prototypes and production units.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical failures or performance issues in existing equipment.
• Collaborate with field service and technical support teams to address customer feedback and improve product reliability.
• Stay updated on industry standards, technologies, and best practices relevant to mining equipment design.

Conoscenze

Problem solving

Collaboration

Communication

Hydraulics & pneumatics

FEA

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Strumenti

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

FEA software

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a prominent manufacturer of heavy-duty mining equipment, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their robust engineering team. This role is crucial for the design, development, and refinement of complex machinery used in the demanding mining sector. You will be responsible for creating robust, reliable, and efficient mechanical designs that withstand harsh operating environments. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of heavy machinery design principles, expertise in CAD/CAE, and a proven track record in product development for industrial applications. This position requires a hands-on approach and the ability to collaborate effectively with manufacturing, testing, and field service teams. You will play a key role in ensuring our client's equipment remains at the forefront of the industry through continuous innovation and engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for large-scale mining equipment, ensuring durability and performance.
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis, including stress, fatigue, vibration, and thermal analysis, using FEA software.
• Create comprehensive 3D models and detailed 2D manufacturing drawings using CAD software.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Specify and select appropriate materials and components for heavy-duty applications.
• Develop and execute validation test plans for prototypes and production units.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical failures or performance issues in existing equipment.
• Collaborate with field service and technical support teams to address customer feedback and improve product reliability.
• Stay updated on industry standards, technologies, and best practices relevant to mining equipment design.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably with heavy machinery or mining equipment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD).
• Strong experience with FEA tools for structural and dynamic analysis.
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes relevant to heavy equipment (e.g., fabrication, casting, forging).
• Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and power transmission systems.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a systematic approach to engineering challenges.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply industry regulations and safety standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunity to work on impactful and large-scale engineering projects.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Stable and reputable company in the industrial sector.