Principal Mechanical Engineer at Worley

Key Responsibilities/ Accountabilities

• Performing Mechanical Design Verification on designs by using Software or by first principles
• Prepare, Review & Approve BMH, Crushing, Hoisting, Dewatering, Shaft Loading but not limited too Equipment Datasheets and Specifications
• Prepare, Review & Approve sizing/development of mining equipment and equipment specifications
• Prepare, Review & Approve Technical equipment requisitions required for procurement purposes
• Prepare, Review & Approve Client/project standard specifications and design criteria
• Manage and maintain the Equipment List
• Manage, Oversee, Review & Approve Databook's and End of Job Documentation (E.O.J)
• Perform Package Management of single Mechanical Equipment's and Multidisciplinary Packages, i.e. Hoisting, Crushing, Shaft Loading, BMH etc..
• Completing tasks in accordance with the specific stages of the engineering design process
• Conduct Site visitations to approve work carried out
• Produce, Review & Approve Mining Underground Equipment scope of work, documents for procurement purposes
• Collaborate with the drafting/design team to ensure all drawings and designs are in-line with project specifications.
• Liaising with various departments to successfully complete the Mechanical (Underground Mining Equipment) Scope of Work
• Perform, Review & Approve technical bid analysis & tabulation which will be used to select appropriate vendors
• Review vendor information for technical detail and information
• Provide solutions based on client requirements that are in line with the company's business model
• Conduct Review & Approve technical investigations.
• Assist in Leading Project progress, Interactive Planning Sessions and Kick-off meetings.
• Prepares Man-hour estimates for Proposal
• Develop strong working relationships with client and contractors
• Maintain workshare relationships with other Worley Offices and Global
• Integrated Delivery (GID), i.e. with assigned Mechanical Mining Equipment Engineer(s) for the project(s).
• Assist in Management of change orders and scope of works
• Assist in Resolving interdepartmental and client issues timeously; this includes
• seeking higher-level authority, if required, i.e. Principal/Lead Mechanical Engineer
• Provide Commissioning assistance when required.
• Conduct technical / feasibility studies and investigations.
• Conduct integrity Audits on existing mine mechanical infrastructure.

Essential Skills/Experience

Education/ Minimum Requirements:

• B.Sc. (Eng.); B.Eng., B. Tech, BEngTech (Honors) and Pr Eng. or Pr Tech Eng. with (ECSA)

Experience:

• 12+ years
• EPC / EPCM Environment
• Has a competent understanding of regulations, codes, manufacturing standards, and industry-standard practices.
• Experience in mechanical infrastructure required for underground mining.
• Estimating manhours for proposals
• Writing proposal content
• Intermediate Multi-Office Project Experience
• Intermediate Multi-Project Phase Experience
• Approving Mechanical Designs as a Registered Professional (Professional Seal)
• Knowledge & experience with MS Office packages (create spreadsheets, registers, reports, presentations, workflows, etc.)
• Knowledge of project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule.
• Specialist Knowledge of International Codes, i.e. ISO, ASME, CEMA, SANS etc. of practice relevant to the industry
• Knowledge of National and International Standards
• Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering Design & Principles
• Proficient with Engineering tools and Software
• Knowledge and ability to perform Technical Evaluations for standard and nonstandard (requisitioned) materials and construction contracts and to be part of construction bid evaluation meetings
• Knowledge of Project Planning, Cost control, procurement & contracts
• Processes including document control
• Extensive Knowledge of Bill of Quantities

General:

• Good written & verbal communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, work under tight deadlines & frequently to change priorities
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently when required
• Good problem solver and meticulous & analytical
• Escalate issues timeously to Principal Mechanical Engineer
• Technical accuracy, completeness of data and adherence to the task
• Technical Writing ability
• Ability to work in a diverse team and work environment that is globally based
• Reports to the Principal/Lead Mechanical Engineer on the Project
• Willing to participate in technical Peer Reviews when required