Mechanical Mining Engineer, Randburg
Mechanical Mining Engineer, Randburg
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Randburg, South Africa
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Posted: a week ago
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Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of
underground mobile mining equipment and mechanical systems
Create and optimise detailed 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings using CAD tools
Perform
FEA analysis and simulations
to ensure performance, reliability, and safety
Design and integrate
hydraulic and mechanical systems
for heavy equipment applications
Ensure designs are optimised for
manufacturability, cost efficiency, and durability
Drive testing, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Support production, commissioning, and field troubleshooting when required
Mentor and guide junior engineers and contribute to technical development within the team
Minimum Requirements
BEng in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
5–10 years’ experience in mechanical design within
mining, heavy engineering, or OEM environments
Proven experience with
underground mining equipment or similar heavy machinery
Strong
hydraulics knowledge and system integration experience
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Inventor) and simulation tools (FEA)
Solid understanding of
welding, machining, and manufacturing processes
Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical documentation
Registered as a Candidate Engineer, working towards Pr Eng registration
Key Competencies
Self-starter with the ability to take ownership of projects end-to-end
Strong prioritisation and time management skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking
Effective communicator with leadership and mentoring ability
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Lead the design and development of
underground mobile mining equipment and mechanical systems
Create and optimise detailed 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings using CAD tools
Perform
FEA analysis and simulations
to ensure performance, reliability, and safety
Design and integrate
hydraulic and mechanical systems
for heavy equipment applications
Ensure designs are optimised for
manufacturability, cost efficiency, and durability
Drive testing, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Support production, commissioning, and field troubleshooting when required
Mentor and guide junior engineers and contribute to technical development within the team
Minimum Requirements
BEng in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
5–10 years’ experience in mechanical design within
mining, heavy engineering, or OEM environments
Proven experience with
underground mining equipment or similar heavy machinery
Strong
hydraulics knowledge and system integration experience
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Inventor) and simulation tools (FEA)
Solid understanding of
welding, machining, and manufacturing processes
Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical documentation
Registered as a Candidate Engineer, working towards Pr Eng registration
Key Competencies
Self-starter with the ability to take ownership of projects end-to-end
Strong prioritisation and time management skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking
Effective communicator with leadership and mentoring ability
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Highlights
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Company nameNetwork Finance
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Job positionMechanical Mining Engineer
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