Product Development Engineer (Building & Construction Products R&D)

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe successful and well. Were leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society today and in the future. Were proud of brands like COLORBOND steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

At BlueScope we make products that are part of everyday Australian life. Through BlueScope Building Components our teams work across trusted brands including LYSAGHT Fielders Ranbuild and Kiteleys developing steel building solutions used across homes communities and commercial projects.

Were looking for a Product Development Engineer to join our Research and Development team in Minchinbury NSW. This is a hands-on opportunity to take ideas from concept through to prototype testing manufacturing and launch helping shape the next generation of building products for the Australian market.

Youll work on new and improved products across areas such as roofing walling cladding accessories and broader building systems. One day might involve working through an early concept with the team another might see you testing prototypes in the lab reviewing product performance visiting a manufacturing site or helping translate technical work into installation guidance.

Youll be part of a project team with access to a broader technical network across Minchinbury and other BlueScope sites. The Minchinbury site includes R&D NATA certified testing facility and prototyping capabilities with continued investment in equipment and lab capability.

No two projects are the same. Youll work across concept development prototyping testing compliance manufacturing and customer feedback bringing together technical expertise and practical problem solving to develop products that perform in real-world conditions.

What Will You Do

Youll help move new product development projects from idea through to launch. That means working across technical commercial and manufacturing functions including:

• developing and improving physical building products and systems
• creating and testing prototypes with internal teams
• planning and supporting lab testing product trials and manufacturing trials
• working with manufacturing teams on how new products can be produced at scale
• considering product performance installation certification and compliance requirements
• supporting technical evaluation product documentation training content and launch activity
• working with sales marketing manufacturing engineering and external partners to bring new ideas into market

More About You

You might come from a mechanical engineering materials engineering civil or structural engineering building science manufacturing R&D or another technical product background. What matters most is that youve worked with building products or systems and enjoy the process of developing testing learning improving and solving practical problems. Youll bring:

• tertiary qualifications in Engineering Science or a related technical discipline
• experience in product development R&D new product development or technical product improvement
• an interest in building products construction materials cladding roofing walling façades or related systems
• confidence working with prototypes testing technical data and practical product evaluation
• the ability to work closely with manufacturing commercial and technical stakeholders
• a clear structured communication style including technical report writing preparing presentations or product documentation
• comfort working through ambiguity where the answer is not always clear at the start
• exposure to the National Construction Code Australian Standards CodeMark AutoCAD Inventor 3D modelling FEA or manufacturing trials would be valuable but not every item is essential

What Youll Love

• a competitive remuneration package including 14% superannuation 15% bonus incentive eligibility and flexible work arrangements
• exposure to the full product development lifecycle from concept development and prototyping through to testing manufacturing and market launch
• the freedom to explore new ideas and help shape the next generation of building products
• access to industry-leading testing laboratory and prototyping facilities backed by ongoing investment in innovation capability
• influence every stage of product development working closely with engineering manufacturing sales and product teams
• a supportive team environment where technical curiosity practical problem solving and continuous improvement are valued
• the stability and career opportunities of a global organisation combined with the variety visibility and influence that comes from working within a specialised innovation team

Why BlueScope

As were creating strength for the future through our people products and solutions BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate learn and grow with the business supported by inclusive leadership and a positive passionate team. At BlueScope youll:

• Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities tobuild skills specificto your role andaspirationsour lifelong learningculturewill support your future career pathways.
• Create innovative solutions. Seek better smarter ways to solve problems create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive inclusive work environment where we look out for each others safety and wellbeing.
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do. 

At BlueScope we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. Were committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves and welcome people of all backgrounds skills experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. Were passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.

Its an exciting time in our history as together we work towards Our Purpose: We create and inspire smart solutions in steel to strengthen communities for the future. 

Come and discover us at us creating strength for the future.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time