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Design Engineer
Job summary
A leading mining equipment manufacturer based in Gauteng is seeking a Design Engineer to drive the development of innovative mining solutions. The role involves technical leadership, project management, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance product performance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in the mining industry. Proficiency in CAD software and strong problem-solving skills are essential.
Qualifications
- 5 to 10 years of experience in mining or heavy equipment industry.
- Strong leadership skills to mentor and motivate engineers.
- Excellent project management skills with a track record.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical guidance to the design team.
- Lead the design and development of mining equipment.
- Manage design projects from inception to completion.
Skills
Education
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As the Design Engineer at Fermel, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development of cutting‑edge mining equipment.
- Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and leadership to a team of design engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
- Product Development: Lead the design and development of new mining equipment and enhancements to existing products, ensuring alignment with customer needs, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Design Optimization: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize product designs for performance, manufacturability, and cost‑effectiveness.
- Project Management: Manage design projects from inception to completion, including resource allocation, scheduling, budgeting, and milestone tracking.
- Cross‑functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, procurement, quality assurance, and sales to ensure seamless product development and successful product launches.
- Prototype Testing: Oversee the testing and validation of prototypes to ensure they meet design specifications and performance expectations.
- Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and test reports.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Proven experience (5 to 10 years) in a similar role within the mining or heavy equipment industry.
- Strong proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) and familiarity with PLM systems.
- Deep understanding of mechanical design principles, materials selection, and manufacturing processes.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate a team of engineers.
- Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Strong problem‑solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges.
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