Mechatronic engineer

Reference: NES027572-RS-1

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. Duties & Responsibilities

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 3–5 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 produce engineering drawings and technical documentation.

• Experience with CAD software.

• Understanding of electrical control systems, sensors, actuators and instrumentation.

• Experience with testing, commissioning and technical fault-finding.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

• Valid driver's licence.

• Willingness to travel to customer and mining sites when required.

Please send your cv to rusteyn@networkrecruitment.co.za