About the position
Lead and manage the design and development of specialised crushing and processing equipment. Drive engineering excellence across product innovation, manufacturing support, and cross-functional collaboration, while mentoring a high-performing design team.
Qualifications and Minimum Requirements:
- BEng or BSc in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- 8-10 years' engineering experience (mechanical), plus 3-5 years in a senior design or engineering leadership role
- Strong background in mining equipment design
- Proficient in CAD (3D modelling and drafting), FEA experience advantageous
- Valid driver's licence and own transport
- Willing to travel locally and internationally
Key Performance Areas:
- Lead product design and development, including crushing, processing, or materials handling equipment.
- Oversee 3D modelling, detailed drawings, BOMs, and design reviews to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions aligned with mining standards.
- Manage and mentor a team of mechanical and design engineers, ensuring project delivery within scope, time, and budget.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, field service, and commercial teams to translate customer requirements into engineered solutions.
- Ensure engineering compliance with ISO, SANS, ASME, and CE standards, maintaining all technical documentation and configuration controls.
- Support manufacturing with DFM input, root cause analysis, and corrective actions on quality concerns.
- Drive cost control, budgeting, and value engineering initiatives within the engineering function.
- Foster continuous improvement, innovation, and cross-functional planning.
Desired Skills:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Design Engineering
- Engineering Management
- Engineering Project Management
- Comminution
- Mining
Desired Work Experience:
- More than 10 years Mechanical Engineering
- 2 to 5 years Middle / Department Management
Desired Qualification Level:
Employer & Job Benefits:
- Pension Fund
- Travel Allowance
- Group Life Assurance
