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Principal Designer, Thickening

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
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Reviews and validates 3D models, 2D drawings, layouts, assemblies, BOMs, and supplier documentation for mining thickening equipment. Ensures compliance with engineering standards, project specifications, tolerances, fabrication requirements, and client expectations. Performs fitment and interference checks, verifies structural steel layouts, supports drawing release quality checks, resolves discrepancies with design engineers, and maintains audit records. Requires extensive experience designing large industrial equipment and strong knowledge of mining and mineral processing products.
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Create a better future!
Do you want to make a difference in the world and contribute to a sustainable future? We believe we can develop technology and gain theknowledge to make that difference. We have launched our ambition, Mission Zero – enabling our customers to move towards zero emissionsin mining. We need your leadership skills, curiosity, and drive for change to fulfill our goal. Together, we enable our customers to produce thematerials needed for a better future


Department
Thickening product line is one of the key products in mining processing industry and used to concentrate solids from slurry and tailingmanagement.


Your responsibilities
  • Review and validate 3D models and 2D drawings developed in SolidWorks & AutoCAD.
  • Check GA, layout, fabrication, machining, and assembly drawings for completeness and correctness.
  • Verify designs for mining equipment including ,Thickeners and rake mechanisms
  • Review equipment layout and general arrangement drawings.
  • Check technological steel structures layouts including platforms, bridges, walkways, ladders, and support structures.
  • Ensure compliance with FLS standards, project specifications, and client requirements.
  • Verify GD&T, tolerances, fits, and critical functional dimensions.
  • Check weld symbols, surface finishes, materials, and notes.
  • Cross-verify BOMs with models, assemblies, and drawings.
  • Perform interference and fitment checks for large assemblies.
  • Validate drawing formats, numbering, and revision control.
  • Support pre-release and final release quality checks.
  • Coordinate with design engineers to resolve discrepancies.
  • Maintain design quality checklists and audit records.
  • Review vendor drawings and supplier documentation.

What you bring

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 10-15 years’ experience with the design and development of large industrial equipment.
• Strong hands-on experience in SolidWorks (3D modeling, detailing, assemblies)
• Good knowledge of mining equipment/products (e.g., thickeners, clarifiers, thickener drives, etc.)
 

  • Strong knowledge of mechanical and fabrication drawings.
  • Advanced drawing and model interpretation skills.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks for model and drawing review.
  • Experience with mining and mineral processing equipment designs.
  • Strong capability in reviewing:
    • Equipment layout drawings
    • General arrangement drawings
    • Plant interface layouts
  • Experience in technological steel structures layout review:
    • Platforms and access systems
    • Structural frames and supports
    • Equipment bridges and walkways
  • Good knowledge of:
    • GD&T (ISO / ASME standards)
    • Welding and fabrication standards
    • Machining practices
    • Tolerance stack-up principles
  • Experience reviewing large assemblies and heavy fabricated structures.
  • Familiar with PLM systems and drawing release workflows.
  • Ability to validate BOMs and drawing packages thoroughly.
  • Experience in heavy equipment or process plant industries.
  • Exposure to mining OEM standards and project documentation.
  • Basic understanding for structural steel design.
  • Knowledge of design audit and checklist systems.

As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply - the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is. In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, marital status, number of children, and photographs from your application materials.


What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package & access to salary packaging options to allow you to maximize your after-tax income.
• Competitive benefits package including Health Insurance, Personal Accident / Disability, Group Term Life Insurance, Annual health checkup, and voluntary insurance
options.

• Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule so you can focus on professional and personal priorities.

• Time to recharge through 30 days PTO (with up to 10 days carry forward as Earned Leave stock)

• A global network of supportive colleagues and growth opportunities.

• Continuous development and training in your area of expertise within a global Organization.


FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining and minerals industries – for more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careers


We offer all employees access to a dedicated recognition platform, empowering you to celebrate achievements, share appreciation and stay connected globally.

FLSmidth Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND Office

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, 603103

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