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Overview

Bradken is a global manufacturer of custom-engineered products and solutions for the resources sector, seeking a Design Engineer to support the development and customization of mining equipment, particularly focusing on Crawler Systems for electric rope shovels and hydraulic excavators.

Responsibilities

  • Create and update 3D models, detailed drawings and design documentation.
  • Support reverse engineering, product improvements and new concept design.
  • Complete analysis, simulation and technical checks to support safe, reliable product design.
  • Work with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to ensure designs can be built, supplied and supported effectively.
  • Support field evaluations and product reviews through site and manufacturing visits when required.
  • Capture product data, specifications and design changes in Bradken’s Product Lifecycle Management system.
  • Provide technical input to internal teams on product performance, design intent and manufacturability.
  • Contribute to quality, safety and continuous improvement across engineering activities.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Experience in mechanical design, product design, reliability engineering or product development.
  • Experience in mining equipment, construction equipment, heavy manufacturing or a similar industrial environment.
  • Strong capability in 3D CAD, detailed drafting and engineering analysis.
  • Experience working with manufactured products, design changes and technical documentation.
  • Ability to work with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and commercial teams.
  • A current driver’s licence and ability to travel locally and regionally.
  • Spanish language capability is highly preferred, and French language capability would be advantageous.
  • Experience with Siemens NX, ANSYS, Siemens Teamcenter PLM or 3D scanning will be highly regarded.
  • Knowledge of surface mining equipment, crawler systems, manufacturing processes, ISO 9001, mine site requirements and MSHA or relevant regional mine hazard training will also be valued.

Additional Information

  • This role is primarily office or shop-based, with some travel to customer and manufacturing sites.
  • Travel is expected to be around 10–20%.
  • Applicants must currently be authorised to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
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