Electrical Engineer
Job Overview
Location: Franklin, PA
Key Job Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain electrical control and power systems for mobile underground mining equipment.
- Drive product standardization and optimization initiatives to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce assembly time, and lower overall equipment cost.
- Enhance existing electrical systems while evaluating and integrating emerging technologies suitable for underground mining environments.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Mechanical and Hydraulic Engineering teams, as well as Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Certification groups to ensure successful product development and delivery.
- Perform testing, validation, and troubleshooting of electrical designs to support both legacy systems and new product development efforts.
Predominant Tasks
- Review current designs or specific components as assigned for cost reduction.
- Determine the cause of a field problem and propose corrective action if appropriate.
- Meet with suppliers as directed concerning changes to, or new requirements for, their products.
- Perform assigned engineering evaluations, including calculations and testing as required, and consult with more experienced Engineers/Technologists or CTE for problem resolution.
- Set up and perform engineering tests to satisfy well-defined requirements.
- Maintain awareness of and familiarity with Global and Regional regulations, standards and industry guidelines applying to KOMATSU MINING products.
- Make field trips to mines to observe machines in operation and gain an understanding of their application parameters. Develop ability to recognize problems and recommend corrective action.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant discipline, required.
- 0-5 years’ experience in engineering design, machine application, mining industry, desired.
- Experienced 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 cross-functional team assignment(s), highly desired.
- Certifications or demonstrated project management, desired.
- Professional registration and/or membership in committees and/or technical societies, beneficial.
Key Skills Required by Komatsu
- COLLABORATION
- ADAPTABILITY
- HUNTER MENTALITY
- BUSINESS ACCUMEN
- APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE
- LEADERSHIP
Company Benefits
- 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
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.
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.