Master Drilling
Description
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
BEng / BSc Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 5–8 years’ relevant engineering experience
Experience in equipment design and product development
Strong mechanical and hydraulic systems knowledge
Experience in testing, validation and root cause analysis
Valid Driver’s Licence
Ability to travel locally and internationally
Requirements:
Town:
Fochville
Position:
Mechanical Development Engineer
Starting Date:
July 11, 2026
Date Created:
July 7, 2026
ADVANTAGEOUS
Raise Borer or Mining Equipment Experience
Autodesk Inventor (Advanced)
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DFMA)
Reliability Engineering Experience
Project Management Exposure
Duties Include:
VACANCY: MECHANICAL DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Location: Fochville, South Africa
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE MINING INDUSTRY
Master Drilling is seeking an experienced Mechanical Development Engineer to join our Engineering and Product Development Team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, testing, validation and continuous improvement of innovative mechanical systems and equipment that support Master Drilling's technology leadership within the mining industry.
CORE VALUE PILLARS
Innovate: New solutions
Develop: Better equipment
Validate: Test & prove
Improve: Continuous excellence
Deliver: Operational reliability
ABOUT THE ROLE
Mechanical design and product development
Prototype development and testing
Equipment validation and field commissioning
Failure analysis and continuous improvement
Raise borer equipment innovation
Supplier and manufacturing technical support
Engineering change management
Local and international operational support
Additional Info:
WHY JOIN MASTER DRILLING?
Work on industry-leading mining technologies
Drive innovation and product development
Exposure to global mining operations
Participate in advanced engineering projects
Dynamic and technology-driven environment
Career growth and professional development
Important Dates:
Application Closing Date: 10 July 2026
How to Apply:
Send your CV to: recruitment@masterdrilling.com
Subject Line: Mechanical Development Engineer
Should applicants not receive feedback within 21 days of submission, they may consider their application unsuccessful. Applications will be retained and may be shared within the Master Drilling Group for consideration for future suitable opportunities.