Engineering Manager - Comminution

SUMMARY:
Engineering Manager–Comminution – R130k/month – JHB (Spartan) – Perm – Start asap – Open to all

POSITION INFO:

Our well-established client is looking for an Engineering Manager to join their team

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Product Design and Development

• Lead the design and development of all crushing equipment and systems.
• Ensure designs are robust, manufacturable, and aligned with customer and operational requirements.
• Oversee 3D modelling, detailed drawings, BOMs (Bills of Material) and FEA (Finite Element Analysis).
• Ensure compliance with relevant mining and safety standards.

Leadership

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical/design engineers and drafters.
• Set clear objectives and conduct departmental performance reviews.
• Manage multiple design projects / initiatives from concept through to production release.
• Allocate resources, track progress, and ensure timelines and budgets are met.
• Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and DFMEAs (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
• Foster innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with product management, manufacturing, supply chain, field service, and sales teams.
• Translate customer requirements into engineering solutions.
• Support aftermarket and service teams with technical guidance and field issue resolution.
• Commission new equipment to comply with the company’s functional specification.

Engineering Standards and Compliance

• Establish and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and design guidelines.
• Ensure regulatory and industry compliance (e.g., ISO, ASME, CE, SANS).
• Manage all crushing design documentation (e.g., machine registers, IPC, maintenance manuals).
• Manage configuration control system.

Support Manufacturing and Quality

• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve design-for-manufacturing (DFM) issues.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions on quality concerns.
• Provide technical input during production trials and testing.
• Integrate energy efficiency and environmental considerations into product design.
• Support compliance with environmental regulations and standards.

Budgeting and Cost Control

• Develop and manage the engineering department budget.
• Monitor design costs and implement value engineering initiatives.
• Participate in cost-reduction and efficiency improvement programs.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Proven experience in the mining industry, preferably with crushing, processing, or materials handling equipment.

• Strong technical background with sound engineering principles.

• Proficient in CAD software; experience with 3D modelling and drafting.

• FEA (Finite Element Analysis) experience advantageous.

• Structural design experience beneficial.

• Familiarity with document and data management systems.

• Excellent teamwork, collaboration, and cross-functional planning skills.

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.

• Strong problem-solving abilities with a creative and solution-oriented mindset.

• Ability to make data-driven decisions.

• Commercially aware, with understanding of cost implications and value engineering.

• Agile, innovative thinker with a passion for continuous improvement.

• Ability to work independently and take initiative with minimal supervision.

• Capable of rapid prototyping and testing of design ideas.

• “Out-of-the-box” thinker who thrives in dynamic environments.

• Valid driver’s license and own transport (for site visits or field support as needed).

• Willing and able to travel locally and internationally.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BEng or BSc Mechanical Engineering or similar technical qualifications
• 8-10 years of engineering experience (mechanical or structural design)
• 3–5 years in a senior design or lead engineering capacity
• Experience in equipment design, manufacturing, and field/service environments
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams, interface with clients, and manage project timelines and costs.

To apply, please email your updated CV in Word format along with a copy of your qualification, driver/ID, reference letter or contactable referees and a profile picture of yourself to

Please note that only candidates who have the required skill set and meet the minimum requirements will be considered for this position