Manager, Controls & Automation Engineering, Hard Rock

Komatsu; Lively; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu in Ontario, Canada seeks a Manager, Controls & Automation Engineering, Hard Rock, to lead the global controls and automation engineering strategy across product lines. You will build a high-performing team delivering standardized architectures and advanced automation to enhance performance, safety, reliability, and value.

You will partner with product, software, electrical, QA, and automation divisions; report to VP of Engineering, Hard Rock, and coordinate across locations including

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Eng, Mechatronics, Automation, Computer Eng or related.
• Master's degree is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead global engineering responsibility for development, standardization, and governance of machine control systems across UGHR platforms.
• Own global controls architectures, software integration strategy, and governance for UGHR platforms (loaders, trucks, drills, bolters).
• Drive harmonization and standardization of software, controls, electrical, automation, and integrated systems.
• Establish and govern software lifecycle processes including architecture standards, releases, validation, and cybersecurity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Strategic thinking

Embedded systems

ECUs knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Embedded software

Job description

Manager, Controls & Automation Engineering, Hard Rock 7/24/26 Lively, Ontario, CAN, P3Y 1L7 | Gelsenkirchen, DEU, 45891 | Boksburg, ZAF, 1459 | Tychy, POL, 43-100 36502 Onsite Position

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Job Overview

The Manager, Controls & Automation Engineering, Hard Rock is responsible for leading the execution of the global controls and automation engineering strategy across multiple product lines within the global underground hard rock business unit. The role provides technical and people leadership for the global Controls & Automation Engineering organization, developing a high-performing team that delivers standardized controls architectures and advanced product automation technologies that enhance machine performance, intelligence, safety, reliability, and customer value.

Working closely with global product engineering, software engineering, electrical engineering, product management, quality, and internal automation technology divisions, this position leads the harmonization of controls systems, automation platforms, and software frameworks across product lines while driving the development and integration of autonomous and automated product capabilities.

This position will report to Vice President, Engineering, Hard Rock and will be based in one of the following locations Sudbury, Ontario, Canada; Boksburg, South Africa; Gelsenkirchen, Germany; Tychy, Poland

Key Job Responsibilities

• Lead global engineering responsibility for the development, standardization, integration, and governance of machine control systems across all Underground Hard Rock product platforms.
• Own the global controls systems architecture, software integration strategy, and technical governance for UGHR machine platforms including loaders, trucks, drills, bolters, utility vehicles, and associated mining equipment.
• Drive harmonization and standardization of software, controls, electrical, automation, and integrated machine systems.
• Establish and govern global software lifecycle management processes including software architecture standards, release management discipline, validation and testing processes, controls integration standards, documentation and change management, and cybersecurity and machine communication standards.
• Lead root cause analysis and resolution of critical machine software, controls, automation, and systems integration issues affecting product performance, reliability, safety, and market readiness.
• Lead development and mentoring of engineering personnel to improve global software, controls, automation, and systems engineering capability depth.
• Provide technical leadership and direction for product development programs involving integrated machine systems, automation, controls, electrical, hydraulic, and embedded software systems.
• Member of the global engineering leadership team, providing input and recommendations to improve engineering processes, systems integration, product quality, product reliability, technical capability, and engineering efficiency globally.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Master's degree is considered an asset.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience in controls, embedded systems, automation technologies, electrical and hydraulic system integration within an OEM or industrial equipment environment.
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated ability leading global engineering organizations and cross‑functional technical teams.
• Experience developing standardized controls platforms and software architectures in a global engineering environment.
• Strong problem‑solving and root one‑analysis capability.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a matrix organization.
• Strong project and program management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Technical Knowledge of Embedded control systems, Electronic control units (ECUs), Industrial and mobile machine communications, Sensors and instrumentation, Intelligent machine systems, Autonomous equipment technologies, Remote operation systems

Additional Information

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. We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!

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