Shovel and Drill Engineer

Description

Position Summary: We are seeking a Shovel and Drill Engineer to diagnose complex failures, design maintenance strategies, and lead a technical team in large-scale mining operations. Key Highlights: 1. Experience in electrical maintenance of shovels and drills. 2. Technical team leadership and maintenance performance indicator analysis. 3. Advanced knowledge of control systems and communication networks. Our company, Compañia Minera Antapaccay, is searching for top talent to fill the position of: Shovel and Drill Engineer **Responsibilities:** Perform diagnosis of complex failures in power, electrical, communication network, and control systems (PLC/VFD) of shovels and drills to ensure operational continuity and reliability of large-scale mining equipment. Design and implement preventive, predictive maintenance strategies and life extension plans to mitigate chronic failures and optimize asset performance and availability. Analyze maintenance management indicators (MTBF, MTTR, Availability, Utilization) using root cause analysis (RCA) methodologies to support strategic decision-making within the department. Lead the assigned electrical maintenance technicians to ensure compliance with work plans, technical efficiency, and the highest Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards. Antapaccay is a copper mining operation belonging to Glencore Group since 2013\. It commenced operations in November 2012 after several years of exploration investment aimed at extending the life of the Tintaya mine. The mining settlement is located in Espinar Province, Cusco Region, at an altitude of 4,100 meters above sea level. This operation enables us to continue contributing to the sustainable development of Espinar Province—not only by fostering direct and indirect job creation and boosting the local economy through procurement from regional enterprises—but also by investing in social projects targeting communities within our area of influence. Requirements Requirements Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical maintenance in shovel and drill workshops within large-scale mining operations. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Industrial, Mechatronics, or Mechanical-Electrical Engineering. Other requirements and qualifications: Knowledge of drill autonomy systems (Ardavac System) and PLC programming (Siemens & Allen Bradley). Knowledge of programming, diagnostics, and commissioning of AC and DC variable frequency drives. Knowledge of diagnostics and configuration of data communication networks in mining environments under Ethernet, Profibus, and fiber-optic link standards. Valid driver’s license AIIa or higher is mandatory. Intermediate-level MS Office proficiency is mandatory. Intermediate-level English proficiency is desirable. At Antapaccay, we operate in a diverse environment, promoting inclusive employment based on equal opportunity for all. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination, adhering to fair employment practices aligned with Law No. 29973\. Applicants with disabilities must attach the corresponding certification issued by authorized institutions, as stipulated in Article 76° of Law No. 29973\.