Applications Engineer
Bradken
- Perth Amboy, New Jersey, United States
- Perth Amboy, New Jersey, United States
About
As an Application Engineer, you’ll be joining a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of wear products and services for mining equipment.
With a strong focus on safety, innovation and customer outcomes, you’ll be part of a team where operational excellence and continuous improvement drive meaningful impact.
About the Role We are seeking an Applications Engineer to provide technical engineering support across our Mobile Plant product portfolio while working closely with customers, engineering, and sales teams to deliver practical and innovative solutions.
This role is responsible for understanding customer challenges, collecting technical and operational data from site, and supporting the design and development of technically sound and cost‑effective products. Reporting to the Engineering Team Lead, the Applications Engineer will play a key role in supporting product development, concept design, trials, technical problem solving, and ongoing customer support activities.
This position offers a strong combination of engineering, customer engagement, technical support, and site‑based project work within a collaborative mining and heavy industry environment.
Key Responsibilities Customer & Technical Support
Provide high‑level technical support to customers, sales teams, and operational stakeholders
Conduct site visits to collect operational data, perform inspections, and support product performance reviews
Assist with troubleshooting product issues and support product failure investigations
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and product case studies
Support the development of new and improved products through customer data collection and reverse engineering activities including 3D scanning and site measurements
Generate concept CAD models and engineering drawings to support project requirements
Assist with product specifications, bill of materials, technical documentation, and maintenance manuals
Support testing activities, product validation, and regional product trials
Design & Project Coordination
Review customer specifications and communicate technical requirements to Senior Design Engineers
Support design reviews, interface checks, and safety‑in‑design requirements
Assist with project execution activities and ensure engineering tasks are completed to schedule
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and innovation opportunities identified through customer feedback and market trends
Operational & Continuous Improvement Support
Monitor customer activity, product performance, and market trends
Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety requirements, and quality systems
Support the release and control of technical documentation and intellectual property
Assist with implementation of new or updated product designs
About You Qualifications & Experience
Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Foundry Industrial Technology, or equivalent industry experience
CAD qualifications or exposure are highly regarded
Experience within mining, heavy manufacturing, foundry, or industrial environments
Technical Skills
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD models
Understanding of manufacturing processes, foundry operations, and industrial production environments
Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and engineering standards
Experience supporting technical problem solving, product development, or site‑based engineering activities is desirable
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capability
Customer‑focused approach with strong technical problem‑solving skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively across teams
High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
This role is based in Burswood or Kalgoorlie.
IMP Note: We are open to considering candidates at either Applications Specialist or Applications Engineer level, depending on experience, technical capability and qualifications.
Candidates with tertiary qualifications in Engineering may be considered for the Applications Engineer pathway, while candidates with strong mobile plant, foundry, mining or heavy industry experience including those without an relevant degree are encouraged to apply for the Applications Specialist pathway.
If you have hands‑on industry knowledge, technical problem‑solving capability and an interest in customer‑focused engineering support, we would like to hear from you.
Why join our team at Bradken?
Safety first environment and mindset
Flexible work options
Competitive Total Reward Packages
Global and local recognition programs
Learning and Development focus
Education assistance
EAP for you and your family
Community Involvement program
Prior to commencing employment, candidates will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre‑employment medical examination, which includes drug and alcohol testing.
Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, engaging, and flexible work environment for our employees, as we believe that remarkable outcomes arise when individuals are empowered to express their authentic selves in their work. All employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.
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Languages
- English
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