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Overview
The work applies mechanical engineering, machinery manuals, design drawings, geology and mine safety requirements to keep mining equipment fit for operation.
In job descriptions, look for mining machinery, mechanical specifications, installation or removal, maintenance plans, technical drawings, equipment procurement, repair coordination, production records, emergency procedures and staff supervision.
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Search jobsWhat the work can involve
This engineering role focuses on mechanical mining equipment across its working life. It can include selecting machinery, supervising installation or removal, planning maintenance, coordinating repairs and keeping operational records.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth includes mechanical engineering, mechanics, machinery manuals, technical drawings, mine safety requirements and geological factors that affect equipment use. Staff supervision and emergency procedures are often part of the responsibility.
Salary context
Salary context depends on equipment size and criticality, underground conditions, maintenance authority, shutdown risk, staff scope, emergency responsibility and the cost impact of machinery choices.
Career paths
Development can move toward senior mechanical engineering, mine maintenance management, reliability work, equipment procurement, production support or broader mining engineering leadership.
Good to know
Check whether a vacancy names machinery types, installation or removal duties, manuals, drawings, maintenance records, repair decisions and safety procedures. That detail distinguishes it from general mechanical engineering.
Editorial note
This guide is editorial career context, not official labour-market statistics or role-specific pay data.
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O*NET relationships: 1
Mechanical Engineers
17-2141.00
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Alternative labels
Occupation group
mechanical engineer (2144.1)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/fcbb66f5-843b-4152-9ce4-e7b19c2a88d9 |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 2144.1.12 |
| ISCO group | 2144 |
| Concept type | Occupation |