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.
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.
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.
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 hold full, unrestricted working rights in Australia. Employer-sponsored visa support is not available for this position.
Why join Bradken?
You will join a practical and supportive team where safety, quality and getting the job done properly matter. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of day-to-day warehouse activities and support customers across our Australian operations.
Bradken is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and collaborative workplace where people are encouraged to challenge existing thinking and develop better solutions.
We offer:
Safety first environment and mindset
Flexible work options
Competitive Total Reward Packages
EAP for you and your family
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 recruitment agency approaches.
Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Experience in design, reliability, application engineering or 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.
- Current driver's licence and ability to travel locally and regionally (approx. 50-75%).
- Applicants must hold full, unrestricted working rights in Australia; employer-sponsored visa support not available.
- Completion of psychometric assessment and pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.
- Experience with Siemens NX, ANSYS, Siemens Teamcenter PLM or 3D scanning.
- Knowledge of surface mining equipment, mine site requirements and MSHA or relevant regional mine hazard training.
What We Do
Bradken is a global manufacturer and supplier of differentiated consumable and capital products, specializing in innovative wear solutions, cast and fabricated iron and steel products for the mining, transport, general industrial, and contract manufacturing markets.
