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For our more than 3,000 people, that global reach creates opportunities to share expertise, solve meaningful challenges and grow through new experiences. Together, we help the resources sector sustainably advance society.\nAbout the Role\nThis is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced engineering professional who combines deep technical expertise with the ability to drive innovation, influence stakeholders, and develop high-performing teams.\nAs the Technical Lead, Composites Engineering & Product Development, you will serve as the technical authority for Bradken's Lima composites operation, leading product design, manufacturing optimisation, cost estimation strategy, technical innovation, and knowledge transfer initiatives across the global business.\nThis role is critical to preserving and advancing Bradken's composite wear technology capability. You will work closely with teams across Peru, Canada, India, and Australia, partnering with manufacturing, engineering, commercial, and operational leaders to develop new products, optimise processes, support strategic growth projects, and strengthen Bradken's technical position in the market.\nWe are seeking a hands-on technical leader who can bring proven expertise from mining wear products, rubber composites, mineral processing equipment, liners, engineered rubber products, or similar heavy industrial manufacturing environments.\nPlease Note:\nProfessional working proficiency in both English and Spanish is essential. The successful candidate will regularly engage with global engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams across multiple regions. Candidates should be comfortable participating in technical discussions, presentations, and problem-solving sessions in English.\nApplications must be submitted in English, and candidates will be assessed on their ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish throughout the recruitment process.\nIn This Role, You Will\nTechnical Leadership & Product Development\nLead the technical function for Bradken's composites operation, ensuring products meet customer requirements, engineering standards, manufacturing capabilities, and commercial objectives.\nDrive product development, design validation, technical reviews, manufacturability assessments, and continuous product improvement initiatives.\nWork closely with regional and global engineering teams to support composite product development and deployment across Bradken operations.\nLead technical investigations, root cause analysis, and complex problem-solving activities affecting product performance, quality, manufacturing efficiency, or customer outcomes.\nIdentify and implement new technologies, materials, processes, and engineering solutions that improve productivity, quality, and competitiveness.\nSupport technical engagement with key mining customers, helping to understand operational challenges and develop fit-for-purpose solutions.\nManufacturing Excellence & Innovation\nPartner closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to optimise manufacturing processes and improve operational performance.\nEvaluate new manufacturing methods, technologies, materials, and equipment to drive continuous improvement.\nEnsure product designs are aligned with manufacturing capabilities and support efficient production outcomes.\nSupport process standardisation, knowledge transfer, and best-practice implementation across global operations.\nContribute technical expertise to strategic CAPEX and site expansion projects.\nCosting, Estimation & Commercial Support\nProvide technical leadership to the estimation function, ensuring accurate costing methodologies, manufacturing assumptions, and lead-time assessments.\nSupport quotation development through technical reviews, risk assessment, material selection, and production planning considerations.\nDrive cost optimisation initiatives while maintaining product performance, quality, and customer expectations.\nCollaborate with commercial teams to strengthen Bradken's value proposition and competitive position.\nLeadership & Capability Development\nLead, coach, and develop a team of product design and estimation professionals.\nFoster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus.\nSupport knowledge retention and technical capability growth across the business.\nBuild strong relationships across engineering, operations, sales, supply chain, and customer groups globally.\nWhat You'll Bring\nEssential\nBachelor's degree or Technical Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.\n8+ years of experience within mining, mineral processing, rubber, composites, wear products, heavy manufacturing, industrial engineering, or similar technical environments.\nDemonstrated leadership experience managing technical, engineering, design, or manufacturing teams.\nProven expertise in product development, engineering design, manufacturing processes, and technical problem solving.\nExperience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, CAD models, and manufacturing documentation.\nStrong understanding of manufacturing environments and process optimisation methodologies.\nExperience supporting customers through technical solutions, product performance improvements, or engineering consulting.\nStrong project management and stakeholder engagement capabilities.\nFull professional proficiency in English and Spanish.\nHighly Desirable\nDirect experience with:\n\nMining wear products\nMill liners\nRubber products\nComposite wear solutions\nMineral processing equipment\nEngineered industrial products\nExperience working for leading organisations within mining consumables, wear solutions, process plant equipment, rubber manufacturing, or related sectors.\nLean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence certification.\nMaster's degree in Engineering, Technology Management, or Business Management.\nExperience supporting global operations and cross-regional technical teams.\nSuccess in This Role\nThe successful candidate will be recognised as a trusted technical leader who can:\nBring deep technical expertise and credibility to the business.\nAccelerate innovation and process improvement.\nMentor and develop technical talent.\nStrengthen knowledge transfer across global operations.\nImprove manufacturing efficiency and cost competitiveness.\nSupport growth through new products, new technologies, and customer-focused solutions.\nBuild strong partnerships across engineering, operations, commercial teams, and customers.\nWork Environment\nThis is an onsite leadership role based at Bradken's Lima manufacturing operation.\nOccasional domestic or international travel may be required to support:\nCustomer visits\nTechnical reviews\nManufacturing collaborations\nKnowledge transfer initiatives\nGlobal engineering projects\nOperational improvement programs\nApplicants must have the legal right to work in Peru. Bradken is unable to provide visa or work permit sponsorship for this position.\nWhy Join Bradken?\nAt Bradken, you'll do work that matters. Whatever your role, your contribution helps solve real challenges for our customers and supports safer, more efficient and more sustainable resource operations.\nThis role offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of Bradken's composites technology capability while collaborating with engineering and operational leaders across multiple regions.\nYou'll join a company that values technical excellence, innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration, while providing opportunities to build a truly global career.\nWe Offer\nA safety-first culture\nAnnual Salary Bonus\nCompetitive pay and benefits\nGlobal career opportunities\nExposure to international engineering and manufacturing teams\nLearning and development opportunities\nEducational Reimbursement Opportunities\nEmployee Assistance Program for you and your family (Private Psychology service available 24/7 covered 100%)\nInclusive and collaborative work environment\nOpportunity to contribute to strategic growth and transformation initiatives\nOur Hiring Process\nAs part of our selection process, we may invite you to complete a one-way video screening at a time that works for you. This helps us provide a fair and consistent experience when working across locations and time zones. If you require an adjustment or alternative format at any stage, please let us know.\nBefore commencing employment, you will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.\nWe respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.\nBradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people. 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