Applications Engineer

Bradken is a global manufacturer of custom-engineered products and solutions for the resources sector. Our products operate in some of the toughest mining environments, where performance, reliability and practical engineering support matter.

We are seeking an Application Engineer to support our Mining product lines, with a primary focus on Crawler Systems and broader support across Buckets and Ground Engaging Tools for electric rope shovels and hydraulic excavators.

This is a hands-on, customer-facing engineering role. You will work closely with customers, Sales, Product Design, Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams to understand site issues, support product performance and help turn field feedback into practical engineering solutions.

The role includes regular customer site travel, expected to be around 50–75%.

About the role

As an Application Engineer, you will provide technical support across Bradken’s mining products, from site-based problem solving through to product updates, reverse engineering and new product development.

You will help capture customer requirements, provide engineering input, support field evaluations and ensure technical information is shared clearly across the business.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical support for mining customers and regional Sales teams.
• Support product performance reviews, field evaluations and warranty-related technical analysis.
• Assist with product design, customisation, reverse engineering and product improvement work.
• Prepare solid models, drawings, analysis/simulation inputs and technical documentation.
• Work with internal teams to ensure products can be designed, manufactured and delivered to customer requirements.
• Support product trials, testing, validation and customer feedback.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, customer outcomes and Bradken’s engineering standards.

About you

You are a practical Mechanical Engineer who can work confidently with customers, technical teams and site-based challenges.

You bring strong problem-solving skills, sound engineering judgement and the ability to communicate technical information clearly. You are comfortable moving between design work, product support and customer-facing conversations.

You will bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in design, reliability, application engineering or a related technical role.
• Experience in mining, construction equipment, heavy manufacturing or similar industrial environments.
• Product design, product development or project delivery experience.
• Working knowledge of 3D CAD and FEA software.
• A current driver’s licence and ability to travel locally and regionally.

• Spanish and/or 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, mine site requirements and MSHA or relevant regional mine hazard training will also be valued.

Applicants must currently be authorised to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Bradken is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or other employer-supported work authorisation process for this role.

Why join Bradken

This role gives you the chance to stay close to the field, work on real mining equipment challenges and contribute to product improvements that matter to customers.

You will be part of a global business where engineering, customer focus and practical problem solving come together.

If you are interested in joining a team that is making a significant impact in the industry, we invite you to submit your application, along with your resume and a concise cover letter outlining why this position aligns with your career aspirations.  Shortlisting for candidates will commence immediately.

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How We Hire

About Our Screening Process: As we work with teams around the world, time‑zone differences can make live screening challenging. To support a fair, consistent, and inclusive evaluation, we may invite candidates to complete a one‑way video screening at a time that suits them.
If you require adjustments or an alternative format, we’re happy to discuss this.

Before commencing employment , you will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.

WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO APPROACHES FROM RECRUITMENT AGENCIES.

Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, engaging, and flexible work environment for our employees, as we believe that remarkable outcomes arise when individuals are empowered to express their authentic selves in their work. All employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.