NPD Design Engineer

Position:
Gauge Design Engineer
The Technical Team serves the ME North America Team’s value strategy through the ME FIT System and ensures new product development connects with client requirements. The Technical Team promotes a value-added service focused on seeking to unlock value in clients’ operations. The Team ensures the appropriate definition of objectives, measurement protocols, project scope, and schedule. The Team instills the discipline to follow through on initiatives with timely reporting.

As a Gauge Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, manufacturing oversight, and lifecycle management of specialized gauges used to ensure the precision and quality of our wear products. While your primary focus will be on gauges for mill liners, you will also develop tooling solutions for crushers and other specialty products as needed. You will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between engineering design and manufacturing, ensuring that all gauges remain compliant, up-to-date, and technically valid for their intended applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop specialized gauges and tooling for mill liners, crushers, and other product lines using advanced 3D modeling.
Oversee the manufacturing process of gauges to ensure they meet engineering specifications and quality standards.
Manage the validity and compliance of the gauge inventory, ensuring all tools are up-to-date and technically accurate.
Work closely with manufacturing and technical teams to deliver customized tooling solutions for specific project needs.
Collaborate with regional teams to gather feedback on tool performance and drive ongoing enhancements.
Share technical knowledge with ME team members regarding gauge application and quality assurance protocols.
Create detailed 2D manufacturing drawings and technical documentation for tooling production.
Take on additional tasks as needed to support the overall success of the team and project objectives.

Qualifications:

~ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
~3 years of experience in product development, preferably within mining/crushing/etc.
~ Proficient with CAD and PDM platforms, as well as Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
~ Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English;
Spanish language skills are a plus.
~ Strong writing abilities for creating technical reports, training documents, and marketing materials.
~ Demonstrated critical thinking skills, able to analyze data and evaluate its validity.
~ High attention to detail, consistently delivers accurate work independently after initial training.
~ Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
~ Strong interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels.
~ Willingness to travel to mining sites as required.

Preferred Experience &

Skills:

Experience in tooling manufacturing and/or quality processes.
In-depth understanding of mining operations and crushing equipment processes.
Experience using Autodesk applications such as Vault Professional and Inventor.
Familiarity with Engineering Change procedures.