Bradken is a leading solutions provider and global manufacturer of creative, custom-engineered products for the resources sector.
With a workforce of more than 3,000 employees, our ability to adapt and evolve keeps us firmly positioned as global leaders in the wear solutions market.
About The Role
As a Senior Design Engineer, you will design and improve products used across mineral processing and material handling applications.
This is a hands-on technical role combining 3D modelling, detailed drafting, engineering analysis, manufacturing support and customer-site problem-solving.
You will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, sales and customers to turn operational requirements into practical, safe and manufacturable product solutions.
Reporting to the Engineering Team Lead, you will contribute to new product development, product optimisation and the ongoing improvement of engineering standards and processes.
In This Role You Will
Design new products and modifications to existing mineral processing productsProduce 3D models, detailed drawings and manufacturing documentationComplete design calculations, engineering analysis and simulation where requiredConduct site inspections, measurement and reverse-engineering activitiesTranslate customer and operational requirements into practical product solutionsCheck drawings for technical accuracy, manufacturability and compliance with drafting standardsCoordinate designs through engineering review, document release and manufacturingSupport product installation, performance reviews and technical investigations at customer sitesProvide technical advice to sales, manufacturing,



suppliers and customersContribute to engineering standards, document control and continuous improvementCapture and protect product knowledge and intellectual property
You Will Have
A Mechanical Engineering degree, recognised equivalent or Mechanical Engineering diplomaStrong experience designing mechanical products for mining, mineral processing, material handling or heavy industrial applicationsAdvanced 3D modelling and 2D drafting capability using NX or a comparable CAD platformExperience preparing manufacturing drawings and supporting products through design release and manufactureSound knowledge of fabrication, casting, machining or other heavy manufacturing processesStrong mechanical problem-solving skills and attention to detailEffective communication and teamwork skillsPositive attitude and eagerness to learnThe confidence to engage directly with customers, sales teams and manufacturing stakeholdersThe ability to work from our Burswood location and travel to customer sites when required
Experience with structural calculations, ANSYS or other FEA tools, DEM software, Teamcenter PLM or 3D scanning technology would be highly regarded.
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 work on complex, real-world products where design decisions directly affect manufacturing performance and customer operations.
The role offers broad exposure across engineering, manufacturing, sales and customer sites, with the opportunity to influence both new product development and the improvement of established product lines.
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 mindsetFlexible work optionsCompetitive Total Reward PackagesEAP for you and your family
How We Hire
Only applicants who currently hold full, unrestricted Australian working rights and are based in Australia will be considered.
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.

📌 Senior Design Engineer (Perth)
🏢 Bradken
📍 Perth