Powertrain Systems Engineer – Mining Loaders

SANY America; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Company-paid short-term and long-term

disability benefits

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

SANY America is seeking a Powertrain Systems Engineer to design, validate, and integrate mining loader powertrain systems. This role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and field teams to deliver reliable equipment for demanding off-highway applications.

Responsibilities include packaging engine components, coordinating interfaces, and supporting prototype tests and validation activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• 4+ years in diesel engine/powertrain integration for vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of engine installation, intake/exhaust, fuel systems, packaging, FMEA, and hybrid powertrain interfaces.
• Ability to manage priorities and communicate technical findings with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and package engine, mounting, intake, exhaust and fuel-system components.
• Coordinate powertrain interfaces and eliminate system packaging conflicts.
• Support prototype tests, supplier integration, FMEA and hybrid-model adaptation.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and other stakeholders to resolve design issues and support product launch and continuous improvement.
• Maintain clear engineering documentation and follow applicable product safety, quality, and company standards.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Technical documentation

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Collaboration

Accountability

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Brief Description

Powertrain Systems Engineer — Mining Loaders

SANY America is seeking an engineer to design, develop and validate mining loader systems for demanding off-highway applications. The position collaborates with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, suppliers and field teams to deliver reliable and competitive equipment.

With current revenues over $500 million, SANY America continues to make strong progress and significant investments in the Americas market; the organization is now pursuing an aggressive growth strategy and is looking to move quickly beyond this initial platform and increase its market share.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and package engine, mounting, intake, exhaust and fuel-system components.
• Coordinate powertrain interfaces and eliminate system packaging conflicts.

Testing, Validation & Collaboration

• Support prototype tests, supplier integration, FMEA and hybrid-model adaptation.

Quality, Safety & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and other stakeholders to resolve design issues and support product launch and continuous improvement.
• Maintain clear engineering documentation and follow applicable product safety, quality, and company standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• 4+ years in diesel engine/powertrain integration for vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Working knowledge of engine installation, intake/exhaust, fuel systems, packaging, FMEA and hybrid powertrain interfaces.
• Ability to manage priorities, communicate technical findings, and work effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with off-highway construction or mining equipment, hybrid/electric platforms, and international engineering or supplier teams.
• Experience with FMEA, prototype validation, root-cause analysis, and structured design reviews.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical problem-solving, technical documentation, attention to detail, and sound engineering judgment.
• Effective written and verbal communication, collaboration, accountability, and continuous-improvement mindset.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

OFFICE-BASED (ENGINEERING + TEST / PROTOTYPE VISITS)

This role is primarily office-based, involving computer-aided design, analysis, engineering reviews, and minimal physical exertion. Occasional work in prototype, test, manufacturing, or equipment environments may require standing, walking, PPE, and exposure to noise, moving equipment, or varying temperatures.

Travel Requirements

Occasional (up to 25%)

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Any applicable annual performance bonus will be determined by the approved compensation plan.

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

SANY America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE WORKPLACE NOTICE

SANY America is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants may be required to complete pre-employment screenings, including drug and/or alcohol testing, as a condition of employment where permitted by applicable law. Testing requirements, employment practices, and workplace policies may vary based on work location, position responsibilities, business necessity, workplace safety considerations, customer requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable regulatory standards.

SANY America complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws relating to marijuana/cannabis use, including applicable medical and recreational marijuana laws where permitted. However, applicants and employees are prohibited from being impaired or under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or other prohibited substances while working, operating Company vehicles or equipment, performing safety sensitive duties, conducting Company business, or while on Company property, consistent with applicable law.

Certain positions may be designated as safety sensitive or subject to additional regulatory, customer, contractual, operational, or workplace safety requirements and may require participation in pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return to duty, follow up, or other drug and/or alcohol testing programs in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.