Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for enhancing the performance and dependability of mechanical systems by working closely with team members and conducting analysis to identify solutions that optimize maintenance practices, reduce downtime, and improve the overall reliability of our equipment. The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for not only identification of solutions, but organization and execution of projects and corrective actions to ensure safe completion and effective implementation. This position also works with the Superintendent of Assets & Reliability to implement the overall strategy and provides expertise, knowledge and guidance for maintenance practices, condition monitoring techniques, and Non-Destructive Testing techniques and application.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure that you are certified to execute the tasks / jobs assigned.

Ensure knowledge of reliability and condition monitoring maintenance targets to ensure processing throughput matches the mining plan and identify opportunities for improvement

Spend appropriate time in the field to gather information and data to identification of opportunities for improvement and associated projects

Provide expertise, leadership, and guidance to internal and external departments as required

Collaborate with Reliability Engineers to aid in developing and implementing Reliability and Condition Monitoring maintenance programs and operations to maximize maintenance efficiency and resources

Collaborate with Reliability Engineers to aid in developing and implementing Reliability and Condition Monitoring maintenance programs, processes, and policies to meet organizational governance requirements and standards

Identify potential issues and collaborate with other department management to prevent, mitigate, or resolve these issues in a real-time environment

Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on equipment downtime events that meet the RCA criteria developed by maintenance execution and reliability

Implement initiatives to optimize existing business systems, processes, practices, and equipment to improve the overall performance of the function and department

Investigate and identify options and recommend short and long-term projects and approaches to enhance efficiency and cost effectiveness of Reliability and Condition Monitoring maintenance operations

Review and interpret P&IDs, schematics, and technical information

Implement new technology solutions to upgrade and improve site safety, efficiencies, quality controls, and environmental protection.

Identify potential trials seeking to reduce or predict equipment failures or reduce failure cost/impact

Utilize SAP and Microsoft Office software to enter, update and/or research information.

Responsible for but not limited to all tasks/duties assigned or required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering

Preferred:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering

YEARS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• 3 years in Mechanical or Reliability Engineering

Preferred:

• 5+ years in Mechanical or Reliability Engineering

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES (KSA):

Mine Operations / Concentrator / Maintenance experience highly regarded

Bachelors in Engineering, with Mechanical Engineering preferred

Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics

Knowledge with Non-Destructive Testing and condition monitoring highly regarded

Knowledge of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) highly regarded

Project Management understanding for organization and execution of a project

SAP experience a plus

Familiarity with equipment

Makes effective contributions using team concepts and working within a multi discipline Maintenance team

Intermediate to Proficient computer skills, spreadsheets; Microsoft Office, Outlook

Able to speak, comprehend, and write English