CAREERS

We’re looking for a Junior Engineer who is excited to work in a team that focuses on solutions, not problems and is able to think on their own two feet.

Our Aranzu Junior Engineer will ideally live in Cape Town already and will be involved in the design and development of mining process equipment and related processes in the mining industry, ranging from concept development through to detailed design and commissioning and will generally have less than three years previous engineering work experience.

This means you know some stuff, but not everything and you are still eager to learn and get stuck in. There are no bench-sitters on this team.

Tasks

Design of mining process equipment, under close supervision of a more senior engineer, including the following:

  • Concept development of novel process equipment,
  • PLC programming / software programming,
  • Mechanical design,
  • Selection and specification of system components (valves, instrumentation, electronic hardware etc.),
  • Basic supply chain management.
  • Technical communication, including specification and report writing and presentations.
  • Assist with laboratory work when the needs arise.
  • Assist with draughting work as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute as part of a project team and perform tasks in projects,
  • Travel to mining sites locally and international to commission process equipment,
  • Apply technical knowledge and skills to perform engineering tasks and problem solving in engineering projects, under close supervision by a more senior engineer,
  • Continuously develop knowledge, understanding and skills associated with relevant engineering projects systems and the mining and resources industries.
  • Take good photos of the mining sites you visit for our marketing team who constantly pester us for content.

Qualifications & Competencies

  • A Bachelor’s degree or higher in industrial/mechanical engineering.
  • Registered or eligible for registration as a Candidate Engineer / Technologist with ECSA.
  • Strong computer skills, especially spreadsheets (Excel) and word-processing (Word). CAD and FEA would be an added advantage.
  • Strong communication skills, especially technical report writing and oral presentations.
  • Resides in Cape Town or surrounds.
  • No criminal record (due to client, travel and site requirements).
  • A valid passport and driver's licence.
  • A sense of humour is a great additional competency.

Send your CV and a one page motivational cover letter to: hr@aranzu.co.za