A newly created opportunity to join our team in Johannesburg.
28th November, 2024Who We Are:
Bradken is equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.
As an Applications Engineer, you'll join 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.
What's the Role:You are an experienced Applications Engineer who thrives on providing high-level technical support and innovative solutions to meet customer requirements. With a strong understanding of customer issues, you communicate effectively with the Senior Design Engineer to ensure project success. Your role involves sourcing engineering inputs and contributing to the development of cost-effective, technically sound solutions.
You will engage in innovative opportunities that help shape project priorities. Your responsibilities will include contributing to capital expenditure applications, reviewing customer specifications, and offering vital input to Senior Design Engineers to ensure customer satisfaction and alignment with project goals.
You are a skilled designer who ensures concept designs meet product standards and leverages CAD tools to create models and drawings that align with project briefs. Your role involves assessing existing designs for reuse potential, conducting clearance checks, and incorporating Safety in Design principles into all product modifications and new developments.
You are a hands-on engineer committed to validating and releasing designs with meticulous attention to detail. This includes conducting product trials, generating CAD models and maintenance manuals, and supporting design reviews with technical presentations. You will also investigate product failures and provide feedback to improve our offerings.
As a proactive communicator, you will support the sales team, capture market insights, and ensure timely responses to customer inquiries. Balancing technical expertise and customer focus, you will efficiently manage tasks, safeguard intellectual property, and drive the successful implementation of innovative and cost-effective solutions.
Key Technical Criteria:Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, or equivalent relevant industry experience.Proven experience in heavy manufacturing, foundry, or mining environments.Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.Ability to read and interpret engineering documents, including drawings, specifications, and CAD models.This role is based in Johannesburg, SA. If you'd like to be part of the team that's changing the game, please apply along with your resume and a brief covering letter highlighting why this should be your next role. The closing date to apply for this role is 30th December 2024. Everyone has a story...be part of ours! Why join our team at Bradken?Safety first environment and mindsetFlexible work optionsCompetitive Total Reward PackagesGlobal and local recognition programsPaid Parental LeaveLearning and Development focusEducation assistanceEAP for you and your familyCommunity Involvement programBefore 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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