Mining and Natural Resources
Astra Engineering supports mining and natural resources clients from early exploration and project development to full-scale operations and phased expansions. We coordinate civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and controls work in one place, and we understand the realities of remote sites, harsh conditions, and tight production schedules. Our team has worked projects in North and South America, so designs account for access, permitting, and constructability. We verify conditions, align scope early, and stay engaged through start up, keeping downtime low and documentation buildable.
Exploration and Development
From early concepts to feasibility-level design, we help define the project before the big spend. We develop site layouts, haul road alignments, water management plans, preliminary process flows, power studies, and high-level cost models. Our team has experience in US and South American jurisdictions, so permitting, logistics, and constructability drive the scope. You get clear options, disciplined estimates, and documentation that moves smoothly into detailed design.
What you get
Conceptual site plans, haul roads, and utilities planning
Preliminary PFDs, equipment sizing, and mass balances
Permitting support and jurisdiction-specific requirements mapping
CAPEX/OPEX estimates, risk registers, and phased development studies
Clear handoff packages for detailed design and EPC bid
Construction Engineering
Construction in remote mines or live processing plants demands precision. We deliver constructible drawings, bid-ready packages, and sequencing that respects weather windows, shutdown periods, and access constraints. Civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and controls details are coordinated so tie-ins and installations land cleanly. We verify conditions, resolve clashes before mobilization, and support crews on site. The result: predictable installs, fewer RFIs, and documentation field teams trust.
What you get
Site prep, earthworks, foundations, and utilities packages ready for permit and bid
Constructability reviews, logistics planning, and clash detection
Shutdown and startup phasing to protect production and safety targets
Fast RFI turnaround, on-site problem solving, and as-built capture
One accountable partner from design through install
Automation
We integrate PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, remote monitoring, and field instrumentation so operators get accurate data and reliable control. New systems tie in cleanly, legacy code is cleaned up, and robotics or automated handling can be added without chaos. We standardize tags, document logic, and secure remote connections. The result is faster startups, cleaner diagnostics, and fewer off-shift emergencies.
What you get
PLC programming and integration (Siemens-focused, vendor-neutral as needed)
HMI/SCADA development, alarm rationalization, and historian setup
Remote monitoring, secure network architecture, and diagnostics
Instrumentation selection, loop tuning, and logic documentation
Commissioning support and operator training
Process Engineering
We design and optimize process plants from crushing and grinding to leaching, thickening, and tailings management. PFDs, P&IDs, mass balances, and equipment sizing are coordinated with mechanical, electrical, and controls so the whole circuit works as intended. We analyze bottlenecks, integrate new equipment, and plan upgrades with minimal downtime. You get practical documentation, clear operating parameters, and engineers who stay involved until the system performs to spec.
What you get
PFDs, P&IDs, and mass/energy balances tied to production targets
Equipment sizing, spec sheets, and utility load calculations
Debottlenecking plans, throughput modeling, and process control strategies
Tailings and water balance integration with environmental requirements
Commissioning support, SOP updates, and compliance alignment
Data Collection and Analytics
We capture site and plant data so decisions are based on clear visuals and reliable metrics. LiDAR and drone scans turn into accurate terrain models and as-builts. SCADA and PLC data feed dashboards and historians for real-time monitoring. We standardize tags, clean messy datasets, and connect key signals to maintenance and planning tools. The result: better visibility, faster troubleshooting, and smarter expansion planning.
What you get
LiDAR/drone surveys, point clouds, GIS integration, and 3D models
SCADA/PLC data integration with dashboards, KPIs, and trend analysis
Alarm rationalization, downtime tracking, and OEE reporting
Tag standardization, secure access, and data cleanup
Integration with CMMS, MES, or ERP for actionable insights
