Senior Bulk Materials Handling Engineer

Requisition ID: 96331 

Job Category: Engineering 

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

 As the successful candidate, you will:  

• Participate in BMH design teams for local and overseas based projects throughout all project phases of development – from concept to detail
• Plan, manage and coordinate the bulk material handling engineering activities on large and/or technically complex portion of a project and/or serve in an individual contributor role as the material handling expert completing broadly defined and/or technically complex engineering assignments
• Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, execution strategy, cost and schedule
• Defines and develop the BMH work plan for insertion into the project specific execution plan and develop and maintain the project’s scope of work documentation and revise as required during the design evolution
• Ensure that quality of engineering work is carried out in accordance with project and organizational standards, codes and general knowledge of engineering principles
• Ensure that all BMH work designed, manufactured and supplied complies with the relevant sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of project specific procedures
• Perform or provide supervision to relevant engineering and design activities on small and large projects that includes calculations, plant layout development, deliverable development and other engineering documentation using standards and/or new methods as required
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of design calculations for conveyors, feeders, bins, hoppers and other bulk materials handling equipment
• Prepare scope of work, technical specifications, data sheets and other documentation required for the supply, fabrication, installation and commissioning of new BMH equipment or systems
• Perform tender evaluations and recommendations to appoint suitable equipment suppliers, fabricators, erection contractors and technical consultants required to support projects
• Support the equipment evaluation and procurement activities during project execution
• Coordinate and interface with equipment suppliers
• Review and approve vendor/fabricator shop drawings
• Schedule, coordinate and participate in mechanical and multidiscipline design and layout reviews
• Coordination, between the BMH team and other disciplines, of all activities being performed as the design evolves to ensure quality, cost and schedule requirements are met
• Monitor and guide design/drafting tasks and oversee the internal checking required on all project drawings/ Mentoring of designers and junior engineers.
• Participate in site based project activities from initial site visits to installation and commissioning
• Engineering support to installation, construction and commissioning teams with the occasional deployment as a commissioning resource when required.
• Participate in resolution of all technical issues related to the BMH discipline during project lifecycle, including planning phase, design, procurement, fabrication, construction and commissioning
• Active involvement in Hatch’s BMH global community of practice and technical forums
• Maintain high level of knowledge of professional and technical BMH developments

You bring to the role:  

• B.Sc.Eng./B.Eng./PR.Tech. in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• +15 years of increasing responsibility and experience in the design and construction of bulk material handling and industrial facilities including detailed design and drafting of material handling equipment.
• Experience as a Lead Bulk Material Handling Engineer in Mineral Mining projects
• Experience in all stages of engineering – from concept studies to detailed design, installation and commissioning
• Experience in plant layouts
• Experience selecting mechanical equipment components for bulk material handling systems including drives, bearings, pulleys, shafts, scales, and dust collection and suppression systems.
• Experience using design software such as 'Sidewinder' for conveyor design, and 'Newton' or 'Rocky' for discrete element modeling (DEM) of material flow.
• Experience in preparation of bulk material handling and heavy plant equipment arrangement drawings using Computer Aided Drafting and Design software is required.
• Computer skills that include proficiency with Word, Excel, MathCad, and various analysis programs.
• Good knowledge of local and international codes and standards applicable to bulk material handling design work
• Knowledge of different material types and their behavior in different conditions is essential for plant and equipment design
• Willingness to travel for short term assignments/site visits – locally and internationally.

Desirable

• Experience with the design and/or operation of a port import/export facility
• Exposure to OEM equipment which includes rail car tipplers, crushers, screens, vibrating feeders, stackers, reclaimers and shiploaders
• Surface and underground mining equipment product knowledge would be an advantage
• Working knowledge of the OHS Act, MHS Act and other relevant safety legislation.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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