Bradken Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
Mechatronics Engineer
Bradken Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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Who We Are
Bradken is equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.
Who We Are
Bradken is equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.
As a Mechatronics Engineer, you'll be joining a global leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of wear products and services for mining equipment.
Our 3000-strong global team members are proud of the innovative solutions we provide our customers and our commitment to being carbon neutral by 2030.
You'll join a diverse and inclusive team contributing across more than 100 unique professions and trades.
Role Summary
Reporting to the Product Development Manager, you will lead and support the sub-system design and documentation of Bradken's Digital Mining products, including CAD models, circuit diagrams, and PCB layouts. You will research and develop prototypes to validate fit, form, and function, and perform simulations and analyses such as FEA, thermal, vibrational, and control systems to ensure robust design outcomes.
You will develop comprehensive testing and validation procedures to assess performance, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions. You will have technical leadership that will extend across the full lifecycle of digital systems from conceptualisation and development to integration and enhancement, covering Bradken's cloud-hosted platforms, edge hardware, and third-party systems.
You will plan and establish the infrastructure that supports Agile, efficient development of Edge and Digital products over a 1–3-year horizon. You will collaborate with internal and external development teams to deliver solutions aligned with agreed architectures, while managing budgets, supporting CAPEX submissions, and overseeing global vendors and R&D partners.
You will ensure compliance with Australian and international standards, prepare technical documentation and training resources, and lead change management across all levels.
Key Technical Criteria
* A Bachelor's or Honours Degree in Mechatronics Engineering is essential.
* Experience in the mining sector (preferably within excavators and dump trucks).
* Experience deploying systems within the mining sector and/or similar harsh environments is required.
* Demonstrable experience in electronics design and analysis, including circuit simulation, PCB design, and/or circuit troubleshooting of advantage.
* Exposure to Sales
This role can be based in Brisbane or Newcastle.
Why join our team at Bradken?
* Safety first environment and mindset
* Flexible work options
* Competitive Total Reward Packages
* Global and local recognition programs
* Paid Parental Leave
* Learning and Development focus
* Education assistance
* EAP for you and your family
* Community Involvement program
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, 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.
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Not Applicable
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Full-time
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