Senior Design Engineer – Trommel Engineering & Detailing (SolidWorks / ANSYS / 3DEXPERIENCE)
Help engineer the future of sustainable mining
At FLSmidth, our MissionZero ambition is focused on enabling zero-emissions mining. Through innovation, engineering excellence, and deep industry expertise, we help our customers deliver the materials the world needs—more responsibly and efficiently.
We’re looking for a technically strong Design Engineer to join our global Mining Products Engineering Department, supporting the end-to-end design and development of trommel systems and consumables.
This role is suited to candidates with proven experience in heavy mining equipment, rotary process equipment, screening systems, or large fabricated industrial machinery. Candidates without relevant heavy industry equipment experience will not be considered.
The successful candidate will bring strong SolidWorks capability, proven finite element analysis (ANSYS) experience, and a practical engineering background in heavy mechanical and structural equipment design.
Please note: Candidates without prior experience in heavy mining equipment, rotary process equipment, screening systems, or large fabricated industrial machinery will not be considered for this position.
About the Role
As part of our Consumables Engineering Team, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design, detailing, and optimisation of trommel systems and associated consumables.
This is a hands-on engineering and detailing role, working across global engineering, manufacturing, and product teams. You will take ownership of designs from concept through to manufacture and field performance, ensuring solutions are robust, manufacturable, and aligned to operational requirements.
The role requires a strong understanding of heavy fabricated equipment, rotating machinery, wear applications, and structural engineering principles within demanding mining and mineral processing environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD
- Perform and interpret finite element analysis (FEA) using ANSYS to validate structural integrity and optimise designs
- Design and detail trommel systems and consumables, including:
- rotating drums
- frames and support structures
- internal components and wear elements
- Deliver end-to-end engineering, from concept development through to manufacturing and in-field performance feedback
- Produce complete and accurate manufacturing drawing packages, including:
- general arrangements (GA)
- fabrication drawings
- weld details
- machining drawings
- bills of materials (BOMs)
- Work within ENOVIA / 3DEXPERIENCE for data management, revision control, and global collaboration
- Ensure designs consider:
- structural integrity
- fatigue and dynamic loading
- manufacturability
- tolerances and fits
- material selection and wear performance
- transport and installation constraints
- Collaborate with manufacturing and site teams to support:
- fabrication
- assembly
- installation
- troubleshooting and continuous improvement
- Review and optimise designs based on:
- FEA outcomes
- site feedback
- performance and wear data
- cost and manufacturability improvements
- Maintain CAD standards, libraries, and engineering documentation
- Identify design risks early and implement practical, robust engineering solutions
What You Bring
Core Requirements
- Strong, hands-on experience in SolidWorks (3D modelling and drafting) — a key requirement
- Proven experience using ANSYS (or equivalent FEA tools) for structural analysis and validation — essential
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in heavy mining equipment, mineral processing equipment, or similar heavy industrial machinery
- Proven experience producing detailed fabrication and manufacturing drawings for large fabricated equipment
- Strong background in heavy mechanical, structural, rotating, or mining-related equipment design
- Prior experience in one or more of the following is required:
- Trommels
- SAG/Ball Mill equipment
- Vibrating Screens
- Rotary Dryers or Kilns
- Bulk Materials Handling Equipment
- Large rotating or fabricated process equipment
- Strong understanding of:
- structural behaviour and load paths
- fatigue and dynamic loading
- fabrication and welding methods
- wear applications and material selection
- tolerances and fits
- Ability to translate engineering concepts into practical, buildable designs
- Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal) — essential
- High attention to detail and engineering accuracy
Highly Regarded (but not essential)
- Experience with trommel systems and mining consumables
- Experience in mining or mineral processing environments
- Exposure to 3DEXPERIENCE / ENOVIA (PLM systems)
- Experience designing wear components or consumables
- Site exposure including shutdowns, commissioning, or maintenance support
- Experience working with global engineering or OEM mining teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, or equivalent
- Typically 7+ years’ experience in design engineering or a similar heavy industry role
Personal Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
- Strong communication skills and ability to work across global teams
- High level of ownership and accountability for engineering outcomes
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on performance, safety, and reliability
- Practical engineering mindset with strong attention to manufacturability and field performance
Why Join FLS
This is an opportunity to work on critical rotating equipment and consumables, where your designs directly impact plant performance, reliability, and sustainability outcomes.
You’ll be part of a globally connected engineering team, contributing to technically challenging projects and expanding your expertise across trommel systems, wear components, and advanced engineering analysis.
What We Offer
Competitive benefits package including:
- Health Insurance
- Personal Accident / Disability cover
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Annual health check-up
- 30 days paid time off, with leave carry-forward options
- Flexible working arrangements
- Support for ongoing learning and development
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to global career opportunities and technical networks
Inclusion & Equal Opportunity
FLSmidth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and value the different perspectives that strengthen our teams.
To support fair recruitment, please exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, marital status, number of children, and photographs from your application.
We offer all employees access to a dedicated recognition platform, empowering you to celebrate achievements, share appreciation and stay connected globally.
