CONVEYOR BELT ENGINEER (WITH COPPER MINING OPERATIONS SUPPORT)

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Conveyor Belt Engineer to support the design, installation, maintenance, and optimization of conveyor systems across our industrial and mining customers. This role includes specialized responsibilities supporting copper mining activities, ensuring the efficient and safe movement of material throughout extraction and processing areas. The position requires close cooperation with our existing Field Service Engineers and our customers Supplier Management Team.

Responsibilities

• Inspect conveyor layouts, specifications, and component selections
• Perform belt calculations and system assessments
• Produce technical documentation
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
  • Diagnose mechanical and process related issues
  • Perform root-cause analysis and recommend corrective actions
  • Support preventive maintenance planning and optimization
• Mining Safety & MSHA Compliance:
  • Support compliance with MSHA and site-specific safety protocols
  • Participate in mining hazard assessments as required
  • Recommend safety improvements to reduce downtime and risk
• Performance Monitoring:
  • Monitor conveyor belt wear from abrasive ore and recommend appropriate cover materials relevant to our product portfolio
  • Troubleshoot spillage, misalignment, and high-impact issues
• Team Collaboration:
  • Lead and support our own Field Service Engineers to create shared learnings and a value adding Team for our customers
  • Work with mining supervisors, maintenance and operational improvements Teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field
• Experience with Troughed Conveyor Belt material handling systems
• Proficiency with conveyor calculation tools (e.g. Belt Analyst)
• Strong CAD understanding (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities
• Mining Experience Is a Plus, But Not Required
• Full driving license is required as is the occasional need for interstate or international travel
• Written and spoken English is a must
• Written and spoken Spanish would also be beneficial

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off