Engineer – Technical Services
Orica
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Renco • Chile
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About the role
- Lead the on-site implementation and supervision of field tests for new sensing and communications technologies.
- Ensure all field activities comply with site safety requirements and Orica operational processes.
- Oversee the integration and commissioning of Lidar systems, imaging devices, communication networks, IP/Ethernet interfaces, Wi-Fi systems, and related digital components.
- Support the installation, configuration, and validation of hardware mounted on front-end loaders and other mining equipment, ensuring robustness and compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Collaborate closely with Orica’s global development teams, communicating technical findings, field constraints, test results, and improvement recommendations.
- Help troubleshoot hardware, network, and software integration issues across Lidar, imaging, network communication, Cloud/Offsite Servers, API connections, and customer network environments.
- Maintain accurate documentation of installation procedures, configuration details, test outcomes, and incident logs.
- Build strong working relationships with site personnel (maintenance, operations, IT/OT teams) to ensure seamless execution of field trials.
- Provide proactive feedback to Product Owners, engineers, and architects regarding system performance and potential refinements.
Requirements
- 3+ years of professional experience in Electronics, Networking, Telecommunications, Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field.
- Required to have some industrial experience (not necessarily in mining), preferably involving hands-on work with equipment, instrumentation, or industrial communication systems.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Systems, e.g. Cameras, GNSS, Lidar, etc
- IP/Ethernet networks, Wi-Fi, and basic communication protocols
- Basic API usage and cloud storage workflows (Azure preferred)
- Hardware integration in industrial or mining environments
- Strong troubleshooting skills in multi-technology environments (hardware, networking, communications, software connectivity).
- Ability to work autonomously, organize priorities, and manage a high-impact technical project end to end.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Spanish and English.
- Availability to travel frequently to mine sites as required for field testing (25% - 50% of the time).
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working hours
- Professional development budget
- Home office setup allowance
- Global team events
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Lidar systemsimaging devicescommunication networksIP/Ethernet interfacesWi-Fi systemshardware integrationAPI usagecloud storage workflowstroubleshootingindustrial communication systems
Soft Skills
autonomous workorganizational skillsproject managementcommunication skillscollaborationfeedback provisionrelationship buildingproblem-solvingtechnical communicationprioritization