Mining Equipment Systems Project Engineer – Rustenburg

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Project Engineer in Rustenburg with a strong mechanical engineering background and 6+ years in project engineering for mining equipment. You will manage end-to-end project lifecycles, coordinate with clients and suppliers, and lead design reviews and commissioning.

Responsibilities include planning, risk management, site visits, and delivering robust mining solutions while maintaining client satisfaction and project profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years in project engineering, with heavy machinery/mining equipment.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics & pneumatics for mining equipment.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in CAD for reviewing designs.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of mining equipment projects within budget and schedule.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, resources, and risk.
• Coordinate with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to define requirements.
• Oversee mechanical design and modification to meet specs.
• Conduct site visits for installation, commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Produce technical reports and progress updates.
• Lead project meetings and stakeholder communications.
• Identify process improvements to boost delivery efficiency.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical design

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Client communication

CAD literacy

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Project Engineer in Rustenburg with a strong mechanical engineering background and 6+ years in project engineering for mining equipment. You will manage end-to-end project lifecycles, coordinate with clients and suppliers, and lead design reviews and commissioning.

Responsibilities include planning, risk management, site visits, and delivering robust mining solutions while maintaining client satisfaction and project profitability.