Mechanical Designer

Komatsu America Corp.; Franklin (Venango County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation time

Employee assistance programs

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Learning & development

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Franklin, PA invites a motivated engineer to assist in projects under senior staff guidance, contributing to product development and process improvements.

You will participate in cross-functional teams, apply basic design principles, and support ongoing testing and documentation processes. You will have access to Learning and Development opportunities and be part of a collaborative environment that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement as part of Komatsu’s

Qualifications

• Certification in Technology or equivalent discipline is required.
• Proficiency with CAD tools is desired.
• Lean Engineering principles exposure is desirable.
• Change Management experience is desirable.
• Experience in focused team assignments is desirable.
• Subscriptions to CAD-related publications are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in engineering projects to develop, maintain and support components and products per market demands and for continual process improvements.
• Conduct engineering evaluations including basic calculations and tests with defined requirements and outcomes.
• Engage in Learning and Development opportunities to grow professionally within the organization.
• Collaborate in a team to complete work on-time and to specifications.
• Communicate engineering issues to ensure compliance with global standards and best practices.
• Support improvements to streamline engineering processes for design, development, and support of components and services.
• Perform product support tasks with cross-functional partners in Sales, Service, Supply Chain, Operations and Quality.
• Prepare design layouts, models, and other specifications to satisfy requirements.
• Set up and perform engineering tests as directed to satisfy requirements.
• Make responsible for personal and team learning and development for mutual benefit.

Skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Hunter mentality

Business acumen

Application of knowledge

Leadership

Education

Technology certification or equivalent

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Requisition ID: 34919

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

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.
• 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.
• Take responsibility both one's own learning and the development of others for the mutual benefit of oneself and the organization.
• Work as part of a team supporting projects for orders or development projects.
• Apply and check global regulations and safety compliance requirements for designs originating from oneself.
• 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.
• 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

Working together with one or more people to complete a project or task or develop ideas or processes.

ADAPTABILITY

Having the ability to adjust to changes in their environment.

HUNTER MENTALITY

A combination of traits that can help someone achieve their goals with consistency and precision.

BUSINESS ACCUMEN

Having the ability to understand business situations and make sound decisions that lead to successful outcomes.

APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE

Being able to use what you’ve learned to make decisions and complete tasks in different situations.

LEADERSHIP

The ability to guide, influence or lead others to accomplish a shared goal.

Company 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.

• 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. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com .

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Aff 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.