Add expected salary to your profile for insightsJoin a Thriving Industry Leader & Drive a culture of Quality, Safety, Innovation and Excellence• Industry Leading Remuneration – Be rewarded for your expertise• Based in Bassendean (Perth) with Onsite Parking – Convenience at its best (no FIFO)• Exclusive Perks – Onsite gym, social club, physiotherapy, and Christmas closure• Full-Time Role – Make a lasting impactDo you want to be recognised and rewarded for your expertise and hard work? Are you committed to driving innovation and development? If so, we want you on our team!Why Hofmann Engineering?As a well-established, family-owned business, Hofmann Engineering has built a legacy of success by investing in our people and technology. We are at the forefront of heavy equipment manufacturing, serving industries such as mining, aerospace, and defence technologies. Our commitment to safety, quality, and innovation has made us a trusted name in the industry – and we want YOU to be a part of our journey forward.Your MissionWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Engineering Innovation Expert to champion our research and development initiatives and cultivate our commitment to sustainable growth. You will have the autonomy and influence to play a crucial role in shaping our competitive strategy through resource-based innovation.Your extensive metallurgical knowledge combined with exceptional mechanical engineering understanding will help drive product life and capability improvement in all areas of mining and processing equipment.Your Key ResponsibilitiesLead & Implement: R&D projects aimed at generating intellectual property through comprehensive research, analysis of failures, improved designs, and reverse engineering.Collaborate: Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance existing products and develop new offerings that align with our markets in mining, resources, rail components, and general engineering.Growth: Identifying growth opportunities within the Defence sector and developing strategies to establish a regular supply presence in this market.Investigate & Develop: Engaging in sourcing research and development activities to generate new knowledge or products to resolve technology uncertainty.Report & Analyse: Identifying opportunities with research institutions to boost innovation, access potential funding streams and create future product pipelines.Compliance & Oversight: Maintain systems to ensure documentation of projects to ensure tax optimisation and compliance with research funding criteria.What You Bring to the TableQualifications: Bachelor of Engineering (Research and Development) or similar.Experienced: Proven experience in research and development within a manufacturing environment specialising in engineering and/or metallurgists’ field.Industry Expertise: Strong understanding of the mining, rail, and general engineering sectors.Strategic Visionary: A passion for innovation and a drive to achieve strategic growth targets.Excellence: A track record of leading successful R&D initiatives and product improvements.Exceptional Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Collaborative Leadership: A team player with experience working across multifunctional teams.Why This Role?You'll be part of an organisation that truly values safety, well-being, and innovation. With exceptional perks, a supportive work culture, and the opportunity to make a real impact, this is a career move you don’t want to miss!Ready to Lead and Inspire?Take the next step in your career and apply today! Submit your application, and we will arrange a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity. The successful candidate will need to undergo a police and medical clearance process, and provide copies of relevant qualifications.Visit our website at www.hofmannengineering.com to see the interesting and challenging work carried out across our dynamic organization.Only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.How do your skills match this job?Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as an Innovation Specialist?Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?Hofmann Engineering, founded by brothers John and Erich Hofmann in 1969, is a successful family-owned manufacturing and engineering business. It provides precision engineering solutions across industries such as mining and minerals processing, defence, transport, energy, manufacturing, and agriculture. Headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, with offices and factories in Australia and overseas, Hofmann Engineering's high-quality products are recognised locally and globally. Accredited by Lloyds (LRQA), the company emphasises total quality. Today, it is one of Australia's largest privately-owned engineering firms, employing around 700 people worldwide.
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