Bilnor Staffing Solutions' client in the engineering sector is looking for a Mechatronic Engineer to join their team in Wadeville, Gauteng.
Job Requirements:
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronic Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Experience
Minimum 3 - 5 years of engineering experience in mechatronics, automation, robotics, or control systems.
Experience working with industrial machinery, mobile equipment, or mining equipment will be advantageous.
Resposibilities:
Mechatronic System Design
Design and develop integrated mechatronic systems for underground mining equipment,incorporating mechanical components, sensors, electronic control systems, and embedded software.
Develop system architectures for automated and semi-automated mining machinery.
Automation and Control Systems
Design and implement control systems using PLCs, embedded controllers, and industrial automation platforms.
Develop algorithms for machine control, sensor integration, and data acquisition.
Support the development of autonomous or semi-autonomous mining equipment.
Equipment Integration
Integrate electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems into mining equipment platforms.
Ensure interoperability between subsystems including sensors, actuators, hydraulic systems, and control modules.
Prototyping and Testing
Develop prototypes and conduct laboratory and field testing of mechatronic systems.
Conduct validation testing on equipment operating in underground mining conditions.
Analyse system performance and implement improvements.
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
Investigate and resolve technical issues related to control systems, automation components, sensors, and embedded electronics.
Provide technical support to field service teams and mining clients when equipment control systems malfunction.
Research and Development
Participate in research and development initiatives aimed at improving mining equipment performance, safety, and automation capabilities.
Evaluate emerging technologies such as IoT sensors, machine vision, robotics, and AI applications for mining equipment.
Documentation and Compliance
Prepare engineering documentation including design specifications, wiring diagrams, control logic documentation, and test reports.
Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards, safety regulations, and mining equipment specifications.
Collaboration
Work closely with mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, software developers, and production teams to ensure integrated system performance.
Collaborate with product development teams to translate operational mining requirements into engineering solutions.