Mechanical Engineer at Sandvik

The role

• Responsible for a range of engineering tasks involving Sandvik Underground mining Products including Aftermarket. The successful applicant will need to possess knowledge of underground coal mining processes, computer literacy, good analytical skills, a current driver’s license and a determination for seeing a job through. This role is product focused and concentrates on providing technical and documentation support to the mechanical cutting product range.

Key performance areas

• Ensure compliance with required workplace health and safety legislation for OEM manufacturers.
• Ensure design compliance with relevant standards and legislative requirements for OEM manufacturers.
• Ensure that engineering projects are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Resource capability planning
• Coordination, participation and follow up of risk assessment team sessions.
• Lead and drive product design improvements and developments in close coordination with overseas Product Engineering Teams.
• Engineering design coordination for the overhaul of underground mining equipment.
• Coordination of engineering changes for mechanical cutting and flame proof load and haul product range related to local overhauls and equipment production.
• Investigation of failures and problems and recommend possible solutions.
• Addressing safety/OH&S issues as they arise.
• Support of Sourcing/Purchasing on localization activities and initiatives.
• Coordinate local engineering support for machines and prototypes in the field.
• Responsible for design quality in line with Sandvik’s processes and rules.
• Effective customer relations.

Your profile

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification.
• Degree Qualified Mechanical Engineer or suitable Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3-5 years relevant industry experience.
• Mechanical Design drafting skills.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and hydraulic circuit design would be an advantage.
• Exposure to a production engineering environment would be well regarded.
• Competent with Unigraphics Design packages.
• Experience with PLM-System Teamcenter desirable.
• Experience with ERP-System SAP desirable.
• A strong willingness to lead and develop a small dedicated Engineering Team.
• Must be medically fit to operate in an underground environment
• English proficiency
• Valid driver’s license