MK 17501 - Mechanical Engineer (Hydraulics and Compliance) – East Rand

Employer Description

Our client specialises in the manufacturing of construction, mining, and utility equipment

• Evaluate all LHD & Truck platforms for functional safety compliance (international) for both BEV, flameproof and Diesel.
• Identify and define every standard per model, mechanical, hydraulics, electrical circuits, and controls.
• Identify international compliance standards and present them to the design engineering group.
• Support new vehicle projects with regulatory compliance evaluation.
• Collaborate with third party experts in support of managing vehicle risk assessments for compliance eliminating conflict of interest.
• Take point on internal design risk assessments (FMEAs etc.), working directly with, engineering, aftermarket sales, Quality, EHS and manufacturing engineering.
• Research and analyze current processes to design compliance strategy and applicable programs.
• Integrate compliance programs and ensure their organization and success.
• Train engineering teams on relevant standards and best practices to ensure system designs meet all safety and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering

• A minimum of 5+ years with design of mobile mining vehicles or equipment.
• Experience with design for safe operation and maintenance of diesel mechanical and/or low and high voltage power used in electric and hybrid vehicles, for ground applications.
• Experience in ATEX or ICEX standards
• Compliance is beneficial
• Fully competent with 3D CAD design, preferably SolidWorks.
• Awareness of regulations and industry standards and strong research skills to identify requirements for mining mobile equipment.
• Familiarity with the design, control, and incorporation of compliance strategies.
• Understanding of Bill of Materials and MRP systems/ ECN / NCR.
• Experienced with Microsoft office software and ERP systems.
• Experienced with project management methodologies and software.
• Proven track record of innovation and problem solving in cross functional teams.

• Medical Aid and Provident Fund