Fluid Power Designer

Date: Dec 19, 2024

Location:

Lively, ON, CA, P3Y 1L7

Req ID: 31837

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, industrial, and forestry industries that maximizes value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Our Komatsu, P&H, Joy, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton equipment and services are used to extract fundamental minerals and develop modern infrastructure.

Focusing exclusively on the underground hard rock, underground soft rock, and surface mining sectors, Komatsu Mining designs, manufactures, distributes, and services extensive product lines of highly reliable P&H surface mining equipment and JOY underground mining machinery used to cut, crush, load, and convey coal and industrial minerals worldwide. Komatsu Mining's products and related services are used extensively for mining coal, copper, iron, gold, and other mineral resources, and the company employs people worldwide.

Komatsu Mining Corp. offers rewarding experiences and unique growth opportunities in addition to the following:

Competitive wages
Annual Bonus
Comprehensive benefits package (health & dental, vision coverage, healthcare spending account, and life insurance)
Personal wellness allowance
Company-sponsored registered pension plan (RPP) and matching program.
Paid uniform and personal protective equipment
Paid vacation time
Paid sick time
Company-supplied tools
Trades apprenticeship and training opportunities
Training and education support
Employee social engagement activities and benefits
Industry-leading site safety statistics
Sustainable employment
Ability to be a part of an exciting and innovative company developing new state-of-the-art technology and equipment

Please visit our website https://www.komatsu.com/careers/ for more information.

Job Overview

Location: Sudbury, ON
Business Unit: Hard Rock
Reports to: Engineering Manager, LHD Trucks
Department: Hard Rock LHD & Trucks

About the Role:
Are you passionate about designing and optimizing hydraulic systems for heavy mobile mining equipment? Do you have extensive experience with CAD software and hydraulic systems? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! As a Fluid Power Designer/Engineer, you will be responsible for configuring and designing hydraulic hose routing for the Hard Rock LHD & Truck product line. You will create intricate 3D drawings and schematics, develop detailed drawings, and provide continuous support to the production team during the assembly phase.

Key Job Responsibilities

Design and Analysis:  Design, analyze, and test mechanical components using SolidWorks CAD system. Verify mechanical components to make up capital equipment and perform drawing updates to address ECNs and NCRs.
Technical Support:  Provide technical support to the service department to resolve design and commissioning issues. Participate in testing prototypes and work with production and quality teams to test machine functionality after build.
Hydraulic Systems:  Select, design, and validate full hydraulic systems for underground heavy mobile mining equipment. Create hydraulic schematics, develop component selections with suppliers, and support new product development through design validation plans, prototype troubleshooting, and testing.
Customer Support:  Provide support to the factory, aftermarket, and sales teams by troubleshooting hydraulic issues to ensure optimal product performance.
Collaboration:  Work closely with Powertrain Specialists, Hydraulic and Electrical Engineers to come up with efficient designs. Collaborate with supply chain on component and detail sourcing for new designs.

Qualifications/Requirements

College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
3 or more years of experience with the design of mobile equipment.
Minimum of 5 years of experience designing, sizing, and calculating for mobile equipment hydraulic systems, including commissioning, validation, and troubleshooting.
Experience working with vendors and selecting hydraulic components and systems for mobile equipment. Fully competent with 3D CAD design, preferably SolidWorks.
Good understanding of manufacturing processes, particularly welding and machining.
Understanding of Bill of Materials and MRP systems/ECN/NCR.
Experienced with Microsoft Office software and ERP systems, SAP preferred.
Experienced with project management methodologies.
Knowledgeable in fluid mechanics and electrics.
Solid knowledge of fluid connectors standards and good practices for fluid conveyance, including tubing and hoses.
Experience with data logging and instrumentation for hydraulic testing.
Solid understanding of architecture used on mobile hydraulic systems.
High level of initiative with the ability to work independently and as part of a broader team.

Additional Information

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become a key player in our team!

Komatsu is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion in support of growing a global team to achieve our business results and create a better future every day for our globally based employees, customers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce strongly contributes to our business growth and product innovation.

Komatsu is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, marital status, family status, or disability. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.

While we appreciate all applicant submissions, only those considered to be most qualified will be contacted for further assessment.