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R&D Engineer

Sandvik Mining -Division Ground Support | Location: Heatherbrae, NSW

Job Type: Full Time

About the Opportunity

Sandvik provides comprehensive mining, excavation, rock processing, and metal-cutting solutions through innovation, digitalisation, and sustainable engineering. Our offerings include advanced ground support products like MD Bolts, fast cable anchors, injection chemicals and resins, digital monitoring devices such as X-Cell Cyclops and Professor.

This role joins our team focused on development of products and services within the Business Unit Global Products, and as R&D Engineer you will participate in all steps of the development cycle - from idea to launched products. The primary role of this position is to develop products for mining and civil industries.

Responsibilities

Manage product development projects from the start to completion, including project documentation, project reports, project updates
Produce technical designs and drawings
Prototype testing in laboratory, relevant environment and real life conditions
Test method development
Prototype and product testing in underground environment at customer sites
Participate in and lead projects including planning, design, ordering and monitoring of prototypes
Compilation of technical reports
Adhere to all policies & procedures especially the EHS policies

About you

You will have a tertiary qualification in Engineering, Science or Project Management, be comfortable working in a small team, sharing knowledge and working with best practice. You will have experience and a cultivated interest in innovation, product design and project management or similar fields.

You will be passionate about delivering projects and driving results, be innovative in thinking and be able to demonstrate a track record of successful project management, possess strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills. You will be well organised, self-motivated and able to manage workload independently. Sandvik will offer you the opportunity to develop professionally and be challenged technically on a regular basis.

To be eligible for this role, you must have the right to live and work in Australia. Please note that as part of our recruitment process, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment medical.

What we offer

A competitive remuneration package
Salary sacrifice options and Length of Service Recognition
Paid Parental Leave and flexible working options
A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Employee referral programs
Performance‑based bonus incentives
Recognition and reward programs aligned to individual and business performance

Sandvik is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, recognising our ongoing commitment to gender equality, inclusive workplace policies, and meaningful support for women at every stage of their careers. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, and we encourage you to explore our policies and employee benefits on the WORK180 website. In addition, we are honoured to have achieved Silver Status for our Health and Wellbeing Program through the WorkSafe QLD Be Recognised Program, reflecting our ongoing dedication to creating a safe, healthy, and engaging work environment.

Who we are

Sandvik is a global leading Original Equipment Manufacturer, delivering comprehensive equipment, tools, parts, services, technical and digital solutions tailored to the mining, mineral processing, infrastructure and manufacturing industries. The Sandvik Group has over 41,000 employees spread across more than 150 countries globally.

Our purpose is to advance the world through engineering by helping customers transition sustainably in mining, rock processing, and component and intelligent manufacturing. Sustainability is integral to our growth and our customers' success. We embed sustainability in all aspects, from R&D to product innovation and supply chain sourcing. Collaborating closely with customers, we enhance product impact and efficiency through technology and data-driven solutions, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 and 90% circularity by 2030.

We work to protect and advance people, enabling diversity, equity and inclusion in our business, human rights in our value chain and resilient communities where we work. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount. Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation.

For more information about this position at Sandvik, please visit the Sandvik careers page or contact Chelsea Webb – Talent Acquisition Specialist at Chelsea.webb@sandvik.com.

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