Senior / Lead Mechanical Engineer - Underground Hard Rock Mining

Location: Bengaluru, KA, India
Department: Engineering

Job Description

•  Lead mechanical engineering design packages for underground mining, materials handling and fixed-plant projects. 

•  Undertake conveyor design and analysis using recognised software such as Sidewinder or Belt Analyst, including sizing, power calculations, dynamic assessment and design optimisation. Apply bulk-solids handling principles to bins, chutes, feeders, transfer stations and ore-handling systems to support reliable operation and maintainability. 

•  Prepare calculations, equipment specifications, datasheets, scopes of work, technical evaluations and design reports. Lead the design and integration of crushing, screening, conveying, pumping, dewatering, dust-management and ventilation-related systems. 

•  Develop practical dust-suppression, extraction and containment solutions for abrasive, high-throughput materials-handling environments. Coordinate civil, structural, electrical, process, controls, ventilation and geotechnical interfaces. 

•  Lead or contribute to technical reviews, risk assessments, HAZOPs, constructability reviews and design verification. Support procurement, vendor engagement, tender evaluation, construction, commissioning and operational-readiness activities. 

•  Mentor engineers and designers and contribute to consistent technical standards and lessons learned. 

Qualifications

•  A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised institution. 

•  At least 8 years' mechanical engineering experience, including significant exposure to mining, bulk materials handling or heavy industry. 

•  Demonstrated capability in conveyor systems, transfer systems, fixed plant and bulk-materials handling. 

•  Practical experience using at least one recognised conveyor-design package, including Sidewinder or Belt Analyst. 

•  Experience producing coordinated deliverables across concept, pre-feasibility, feasibility, detailed design and construction support. 

•  Professional fluency in written and spoken English and confidence engaging with international stakeholders. 

Additional Information

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You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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Company Description

AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for an Senior / Lead Mechanical Engineer - Underground Hard Rock Mining to join our team in Bangalore, Gurugram.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. 

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and size