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Mine mechanical engineer

A mine mechanical engineer is a person who supervises the purchase, the installation, the removal and the maintenance of a mine's mechanical equipment, working from a knowledge of mechanical specifications. The engineer arranges the replacement and the repair of mechanical equipment and parts.

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troubleshoot

manage emergency procedures

use technical drawing software

procure mechanical machinery

supervise staff

About mine mechanical engineer

The life cycle of the plant is the scope of the role. Buying the right machine, getting it in, keeping it running and getting it out again are one continuous responsibility, and in a mine the middle two are the hard ones: equipment is installed in a place that is difficult to reach, works in conditions that destroy machinery, and cannot be taken out quickly.

Specifications are the basis of the decisions. The engineer works from the design drawings and interprets the operating manuals for mechanical mining machinery. Design drawings detail the design of the equipment, its parts and its components.

Installation and maintenance are directly supervised. The engineer assembles the mining machines, maintains them, troubleshoots what fails, and supervises the workers doing the work. Two obligations are permanent. The engineer ensures compliance with the safety regulations and manages the emergency procedures.

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (19)

impact of geological factors on mining operationsimpact of geological factors on mining operationsBe aware of the impact of geological factors, such as faults and rock movements, on mining operations.design drawingsdesign drawingsThe drawings detailing the design of products, tools, and engineering systems.mine safety legislationmine safety legislationThe laws, regulations and codes of practice relevant to safety in mining operations.geologygeologySolid earth, rock types, structures and the processes by which they are altered.mechanical engineeringmechanical engineeringDiscipline that applies principles of physics, engineering and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems.electricityelectricityThe principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.mechanicsmechanicsTheoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.ensure compliance with safety legislationensure compliance with safety legislationImplement safety programmes to comply with national laws and legislation. Ensure that equipment and processes are compliant with safety regulations.troubleshoottroubleshootIdentify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.maintain records of mining operationsmaintain records of mining operationsMaintain records of mine production and development performance, including performance of machinery.manage emergency proceduresmanage emergency proceduresReact quickly in case of emergency and set planned emergency procedures in motion.use technical drawing softwareuse technical drawing softwareCreate technical designs and technical drawings using specialised software.procure mechanical machineryprocure mechanical machineryProcure adequate machinery. Research the market to find the best machinery, staying within budget limits, and negotiate the purchase. Maintain records.supervise staffsupervise staffOversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.prepare scientific reportsprepare scientific reportsPrepare reports that describe results and processes of scientific or technical research, or assess its progress. These reports help researchers to keep up to date with recent findings.maintain mine machinerymaintain mine machineryInspect and conduct planned maintenance of mining equipment. Execute routine repairs and replace damaged components. Analyse test results and interpret machine error messages. Undertake maintenance ac...install mining machineryinstall mining machineryAssemble, install and disassemble mining equipment. Outstanding eye-hand coordination and spatial awareness are required.interpret mechanical mine machinery manualsinterpret mechanical mine machinery manualsComprehend manufacturers' manuals for the installation and operation of mining machinery. Understand schematic drawings.advise on mine equipmentadvise on mine equipmentProvide advice on mining and equipment for mineral treatment; communicate and collaborate with engineering experts.
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mathematicsmathematicsMathematics is the study of topics such as quantity, structure, space, and change. It involves the identification of patterns and formulating new conjectures based on them. Mathematicians strive to pr...mining engineeringmining engineeringFields of engineering relevant to mining operations. Principles, techniques, procedures and equipment used in the extraction of minerals.health and safety hazards undergroundhealth and safety hazards undergroundThe rules and risks affecting health and safety when working underground.monitor mine productionmonitor mine productionOversee mining production rates in order to estimate operational effectiveness.address problems criticallyaddress problems criticallyIdentify the strengths and weaknesses of various abstract, rational concepts, such as issues, opinions, and approaches related to a specific problematic situation in order to formulate solutions and a...assess operating costassess operating costEstimate the operating cost in terms of manpower, consumables and maintenance.present reportspresent reportsDisplay results, statistics and conclusions to an audience in a transparent and straightforward way.monitor mine costsmonitor mine costsMonitor total costs of mining activities, projects and required equipment; pursue maximum operational cost efficiency.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a mine mechanical engineer do?

Mine mechanical engineers supervise the procurement, installation, removal and maintenance of mining mechanical equipment, using their knowledge of mechanical specifications. They organise the replacement and repair of mechanical equipment and components.

What skills does a mine mechanical engineer need?

A mine mechanical engineer needs 19 essential skills, including impact of geological factors on mining operations, design drawings, mine safety legislation, geology, mechanical engineering.

Will AI replace mine mechanical engineer jobs?

The AI disruption score for mine mechanical engineer is 53/100 (moderate risk). Skills most exposed to automation: maintain records of mining operations, monitor mine costs, assess operating cost. Most resilient: electricity, install mining machinery, manage emergency procedures.

Quick Facts

SectorScience & Research
ISCO GroupScience and engineering professionals
Essential Skills19

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