Principal Process Engineer

Who We Are

At Bradken, we design, manufacture, and supply innovative wear solutions that keep the world’s resource sector moving. As a Principal Process Engineer, you will play a crucial role in advancing our global mineral processing capabilities by developing cutting-edge mill liner technologies and process improvements that help our customers operate more efficiently and sustainably.

Our 3,000-strong global team members are proud of the innovative solutions we provide to 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.

This role is about leadership through expertise — bringing together technical excellence, practical insight, and customer focus to drive tangible improvements in mill performance, productivity, and safety. You’ll collaborate across engineering, R&D, operations, and sales teams worldwide, ensuring Bradken remains at the forefront of innovation in comminution circuits, mill operations, and process metallurgy.

You excel at communicating complex ideas clearly, building strong relationships across teams, and turning technical insights into impactful results with a proactive, customer-focused mindset and high proficiency in reporting tools and engineering systems.

Your work will directly impact on our ability to deliver smarter solutions, protect our intellectual property, and create long-term value for customers and communities alike.

Key Technical Criteria

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Process/Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) qualification.
• A master’s or PhD in Engineering (preferred).

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mineral processing and mill liner operations.
• Proven expertise in comminution circuits, process metallurgy, and mill operations.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple complex projects and customer engagements.
• Experience working across diverse sites and cultures, preferably in global mining operations.
• Strong background in consulting, project validation, and customer technical support.
• Experience with 3D CAD solid modelling (NX preferred) and Discrete Element Method (DEM).
• Exposure to software development (C++ and Python) is highly desirable.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Deep understanding of process metallurgy, mill liner design, and composite product philosophy.
• Proficiency with DEM and ANSYS FEA software, and grinding circuit analysis (e.g., JKSimmet).
• Knowledge of production, manufacturing processes, and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Skilled in CAD 3D/2D drafting, ideally with Unigraphics NX and Teamcenter PLM.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation abilities.
• Experience in process improvement and continuous optimization.

This role will be based in Lima, Peru or Santiago, Chile.

If you’d like to be part of a team that’s changing the game, apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter (Optional) telling us why this is the right next step for you. Applications close on 30 November 2025. Everyone has a story... be part of ours.

Why Bradken?

• Annual Performance Bonus
• 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 program
• EAP for you and your family
• Community Involvement program