Mechatronic engineer

A leading engineering and mining equipment organisation is seeking a Mechatronic Engineer to join its technical team and contribute to the design, development, integration, testing and commissioning of advanced mining machinery and equipment. This role is ideally suited to a technically strong engineer with a multidisciplinary background across mechanical, electrical, electronic, automation and control systems , who enjoys solving complex engineering problems and taking equipment from concept through to production and field implementation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop mechatronic systems and mining equipment .
• Integrate mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic and control-system components.
• Develop system architectures, technical specifications and engineering solutions.
• Perform detailed engineering design and component selection.
• Develop and review electrical and mechanical interfaces between subsystems.
• Assist with the design and integration of sensors, actuators, motors, drives and control systems .
• Support PLC, HMI, embedded and automation-related development where required.
• Develop engineering drawings, schematics, layouts, BOMs and technical documentation.
• Conduct engineering calculations, simulations and design verification.
• Participate in prototype development, assembly and equipment testing.
• Conduct testing, commissioning, fault-finding and troubleshooting of mining equipment.
• Investigate equipment failures and implement engineering improvements.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and field-service teams.
• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing and project engineering teams.
• Support continuous improvement and equipment optimisation initiatives.
• Liaise with suppliers and assist with technical procurement and component selection.
• Provide technical support to customers and site teams when required.
• Participate in site installations, commissioning and equipment upgrades.
• Ensure engineering designs comply with relevant standards, safety requirements and customer specifications.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• BEng / BSc / BTech degree in Mechatronic Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Professional registration with ECSA will be advantageous.
• Minimum 35 years' relevant engineering experience , preferably within mining equipment, heavy machinery, industrial automation or a similar environment.
• Strong multidisciplinary engineering knowledge.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical system integration.
• Experience with industrial equipment, machinery or mobile mining equipment.
• Ability to interpret and

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