Design Engineer

Are you ready to engineer the future of mining through digital innovation?

At Bradken (Hitachi Construction Machinery Company), how we work is just as important as what we deliver. Guided by our values of Challenge, Customer, and Communication, we are looking for a Senior Design Engineer – Mineral Processing Line Business who is ready to push boundaries, embrace innovation, and deliver impactful solutions across our global operations.

This is a unique opportunity to sit at the intersection of engineering and digital technology, shaping the next generation of mineral processing solutions while working alongside cross-functional teams across engineering, digital, sales, and manufacturing.

 

About the Role

Reporting to the Engineering Team Lead, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and continuously improving Bradken’s mineral processing products and digital solutions.

You will act as a technical bridge between traditional engineering and digital innovation, embedding smart technologies into our core mill product lines while ensuring designs meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and manufacturability.

This role combines hands-on engineering, customer engagement, and digital integration, with opportunities for site-based work and global collaboration.

 

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Product Development

• Design and develop new mineral processing products, while enhancing existing solutions
• Deliver high-quality 3D modelling, drafting, and engineering analysis
• Ensure designs meet DFM principles and global quality standards
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and manage engineering changes

Digital Integration & Innovation

• Translate operational challenges into practical, scalable digital solutions
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of digital offerings

Customer & Site Focus

• Engage directly with customers to understand requirements and validate solutions
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and support product trials and performance reviews
• Provide trusted technical expertise from concept through to implementation

Collaboration & Influence

• Partner across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and digital teams to deliver outcomes
• Act as a key link between disciplines, ensuring solutions are fit-for-purpose and deliverable
• Share knowledge and build capability across teams

Safety, Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Lead by example in promoting a strong safety and quality culture
• Ensure compliance with HSE and quality standards
• Drive continuous improvement in design practices, processes, and performance

 

About You

You are a curious and solutions-driven senior engineer who thrives on tackling complex challenges and bridging the gap between physical products and digital innovation.

You bring:

• A degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related)
• + 3 years of experience in mining or heavy manufacturing environments
• Strong capability in CAD (preferably Siemens NX) and engineering design
• Experience in product design, problem-solving, and technical analysis
• Knowledge of FEA/DEM tools (e.g., ANSYS)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work across diverse teams

You are:

• A problem-solver who applies sound judgement in complex environments
• Customer-focused, with the ability to translate needs into practical solutions
• A collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments
• Adaptable and open to change, with a passion for continuous learning

This role will be hybrid based in Phoenix, USA

We offer:

• A strong safety-first culture
• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Educational Assistance Program
• Flexible work options
• Global career opportunities
• Learning & development support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid parental leave and wellbeing initiatives

 

Ready to Apply?

If you're excited to help shape the future of mining solutions, we’d love to hear from you.

Submit your resume (and optional cover letter) outlining why this role is the right next step for you by 2^nd May 2026

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

 

WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO RECRUITMENT AGENCY APPROACHES

 

Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.