About Schlam Payload Schlam Payload is the global expert in load and haul attachments – and we’re redefining what’s possible. Headquartered in Western Australia, one of the world’s most productive mining regions, we design and manufacture the industry’s best mining truck bodies and buckets for hard rock operations, backed by unmatched product life-cycle support. Our relentless focus on innovation, engineering excellence, and quality has positioned us as the partner of choice for many of the world’s leading mining companies – delivering proven productivity gains, reduced downtime, and lower maintenance. If you’re ready to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of mining equipment, this is your opportunity. About the Role Ready to lead from the front and revolutionise engineering design in the heavy equipment industry? Schlam Payload is on the hunt for a trailblazing Engineering Lead to drive innovation, mentor a capable team, and shape the future of our bucket solutions. You'll be joining a high-performing, tight-knit team of engineers and drafters working on cutting-edge payload products, with full exposure from clean-sheet design through to in-house manufacture, commissioning and continuous improvement. This is more than a leadership role it’s an opportunity to make a real impact and elevate our already strong engineering capability. What You'll Be Doing Lead and inspire a small team of talented engineers and draftspeople across Australia, the Philippines and the US. Shape our product portfolio - streamline, standardise and optimise for performance, cost and manufacturability. Champion design excellence, applying first principles thinking and a robust design-for-manufacture approach. Own and improve engineering systems and processes, including revision management and documentation integrity. Be a visible technical presence on the production floor and at mine sites, collaborating with stakeholders and customers. Collaborate with sales, product management and production to deliver smart, efficient payload solutions that meet real-world demands. What Experience You'll Bring A true leader – you empower teams, drive technical decisions and foster a culture of ownership and improvement. 10 years’ experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity. Expertise in welded and dynamically loaded structures. Strong design/drafting background, ideally within mining, mobile plant or heavy equipment industries. Proven hands-on experience with SolidWorks, including PDM, FEA and CAD (2D/3D). Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma or 5S methodologies is a bonus. Commercial acumen – you understand the bigger picture and can make cost-effective decisions. Comfortable engaging with production teams, senior stakeholders, OEMs and customers alike. What Qualifications You'll Need Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (essential) Chartered or Registered Engineer - RPEQ, NER or similar (highly desirable) Project Management certification (desirable but not essential) Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to client sites as required Why Schlam? Why Now? This is your chance to lead high-impact projects, influence product innovation and be part of a team that doesn’t just engineer we redefine . You’ll get full product lifecycle involvement, end-to-end exposure and the opportunity to leave your mark on industry-leading payload solutions. We’re offering a competitive salary and a role with the autonomy and scope to stretch your technical and leadership skills in equal measure. Apply Now If you’re looking for a role that’s more than just a job where you’ll drive engineering innovation, develop a high-performing team and help shape the future of mining equipment - we want to hear from you. Lead the next evolution of payload engineering. Apply today.