Senior Mechanical Engineer
Core
Lead mechanical engineering design and delivery for underground copper and gold hard rock mining projects, focusing on material handling, fixed plant infrastructure, and ventilation systems.
Role type
Senior Mechanical Engineer (Mining Infrastructure)
Builds
Mechanical design packages, conveyor systems, bulk solids handling equipment, and integrated mining infrastructure for hard rock operations.
Domain
Mining (Underground Hard Rock) + Mechanical Engineering
Required skills
Conveyor system design and analysis, Bulk solids handling and flow principles, Rotating equipment design, Fluid systems design, Fixed plant infrastructure design, Multidisciplinary coordination, HAZOP and risk assessment, Technical reporting and specifications
Preferred skills
Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status or working toward chartership, Experience with Sidewinder and Belt Analyst software, Deep understanding of confined and high-risk mining environments
Technologies
Sidewinder, Belt Analyst
Responsibilities
Lead development of mechanical engineering design packages for underground mining projects, Perform conveyor system design and analysis, Apply bulk solids handling principles to design ore handling systems, Develop engineering calculations and equipment specifications, Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces including civil, structural, and geotechnical requirements, Conduct technical reviews, risk assessments, and design verification activities, Liaise with clients, vendors, and site personnel to manage technical deliverables
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership