Mechanical Designer Join Komatsu and be part of something big!
Job overview:
Assist in engineering projects and evaluations under the guidance of senior staff, contributing to product development, process improvements, and cross-functional support while actively engaging in learning opportunities and team collaboration.
Key job responsibilities:
- Perform in engineering projects to develop, maintain and support components, products and/or services per market demands, as well as for continual process improvements.
- Perform or conduct engineering evaluations including investigations, basic calculations and tests that have broadly defined requirements and desired outcomes.
- Participate in provided Learning and Development opportunities and seek out new learning opportunities, both inside and outside of the organization, to benefit oneself and the overall organization.
- Work as part of a team to complete broadly defined work on-time and to specifications.
- Engage in effective communication of engineering issues to ensure compliance with broadly defined global standards and engineering best practices.
- Participate in and support improvements to streamline engineering processes used to design, develop, maintain and support components, products, and/or services.
- Perform product support tasks with cross-functional business partners in Sales, Service, Supply Chain, Operations, and Quality.
- Predominant tasks:
- Prepare design layouts, models, and other engineering specifications to satisfy broadly defined requirements.
- Set-up and perform engineering tests as directed to satisfy broadly defined requirements.
- Perform basic engineering calculations that are relevant to design modifications and new developments.
- Provide information as directed for creation of Technical Reports and Service Bulletins.
- Make field trips to manufacturing facilities to observe machines during the build process.
- Provide technical assistance to manufacturing with respect to specification originating from self.
- Qualifications/requirements:
- Certification in Technology or equivalent relevant discipline, required.5 years' experience in machine design, machine application, mining industry, desired.
- Proficient in the use of computer-aided design (CAD) tools, desired.
- Participation in implementing Lean Engineering principles, desired.
- Participation in effective Change Management implementation, desired.
- Experience in focused team assignment(s), desired.
- Subscription to CAD related technical publications, beneficial.
- Key skills required by Komatsu:
- Collaboration
- AdaptabilityHunter mentality
- Business acumen
- Application of knowledge
- LeadershipCompany benefits:
- Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.401k and/or employee savings programs
- Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
- Employee and family assistance programs
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Employee learning and development programs
- Diversity & inclusion commitment:
At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.
Company information:
Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all.
EEO statement:
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
