Design Engineer

Join a global engineering team designing and improving products that perform in some of the world’s most demanding mining environments.

Bradken is a leading solutions provider and global manufacturer of innovative, custom-engineered products for the resources sector. With a workforce of more than 4,000 employees, our ability to adapt and evolve keeps us firmly positioned as global leaders in the wear solutions market.

Bradken is seeking a Design Engineer to join our Las Condes, Santiago-based team and support the design, development and customisation of mill liner solutions for customers across Chile.

About the role

Working closely with customers and our Sales, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Marketing & Technology teams, you will translate operational needs into practical, manufacturable engineering solutions.

You will contribute across the full product lifecycle, from site assessment and concept development through to modelling, simulation, validation and implementation.

What you’ll do

• Design and customise mill liner products to meet customer, operational and manufacturing requirements.
  • Produce solid models, detailed drawings, engineering calculations and technical documentation.
  • Use CAD, FEA and DEM tools to analyse product performance and support design decisions.
  • Participate in customer site visits, field evaluations, reverse engineering and product trials.
  • Provide technical advice, presentations and problem-solving support to customers and internal teams.
  • Support new product development and the commercialisation of improved engineering solutions.
  • Ensure models, drawings and specifications meet Bradken, customer and applicable industry standards.
  • Maintain accurate product and design information within Bradken’s engineering and product lifecycle systems.
  • Work across global teams to share technical knowledge and deliver consistent engineering outcomes.

What you’ll bring

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 3 or more years of engineering design experience within mining, metal casting, heavy manufacturing or related industries.
  • Practical experience developing or customising products for customer applications.
  • Intermediate to advanced CAD capability (Unigraphics NX or similar), engineering drawings and solid modelling.
  • Demonstrated experience with FEA and DEM simulations.
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials and design for manufacturability.
  • Ability to manage multiple engineering projects and competing priorities.
  • Confidence working directly with customers and solving technical issues at operational sites.
  • Professional English proficiency, both written and verbal, for global collaboration is desirable but not mandatory.
  • Physical capability and willingness to travel and move around mine sites performing inspections, measurements and technical support activities.

Experience with grinding mills, mill liners or other mineral processing equipment will be highly regarded.

Why Join Our Engineering Team?

• Global Impact: Work with a world-class team designing solutions that power major mining operations around the world.
  • Technical Edge: Leverage cutting-edge DEM and FEA tools to solve complex wear challenges and contribute to the development of next-generation products.
  • From Concept to Component: See your designs transition from a 3D model to heavy-duty operation through site visits, on-site validation and reverse engineering activities.
  • Agile Flexibility: We value results and professional autonomy through a structured hybrid working model.

Location & Flexibility

This position is based in Las Condes, Santiago. We offer a hybrid work model, subject to discussion with the hiring team, allowing you to balance office collaboration with remote work.

Candidates who are not currently based in Santiago are also encouraged to apply.

Why Join Bradken?

• Annual performance bonus and education reimbursement programs.
• Professional growth and career advancement opportunities within a leading global company.
• 100% coverage of Supplementary Health Insurance.
• Life, personal accident and disability insurance coverage.

Ready to design the tools that power the world’s resources?

Apply now and build your career with the global leaders in wear solutions.

How we hire:

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.