Principal Structural Engineer - Mining Equipment

SANY America; Peachtree City (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

HSA

FSAs

Life insurance

EAP

Job summary

SANY America is seeking an experienced Principal Structural Engineer to lead the design and validation of large‑tonnage hybrid mining loaders. You will collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and field teams to deliver reliable equipment and support rapid growth initiatives.

The role emphasizes fatigue-critical structures, CAE/FEA analyses, and root-cause investigations, with opportunities to influence standards and product launches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, structural or related engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years designing and validating welded, fatigue‑critical structures for heavy equipment.
• Working knowledge of FEA/CAE, structural fatigue, welding, materials, prototype investigation and root‑cause analysis.
• Ability to manage priorities, communicate technical findings, and work effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead design reviews and optimization for loader frames, work equipment and high-load structures.
• Solve fatigue, impact loading, stiffness, cracking and welding distortion challenges using analysis and testing.
• Set structural CAE, fatigue, materials and weld‑design standards to improve service life.
• Support prototype and mine‑site investigations and close out root causes of structural failures.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and other stakeholders to resolve design issues and support product launch and continuous improvement.

Skills

Welding design

Fatigue analysis

FEA/CAE

Cross-functional leadership

Root-cause analysis

Education

BSc in Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

CAE Software

Job description

Principal Structural Engineer – Mining Equipment

SANY America is seeking an experienced engineering leader to develop large‑tonnage hybrid mining loaders. 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

• Lead design reviews and optimization for loader frames, work equipment and high-load structures.
• Solve fatigue, impact loading, stiffness, cracking and welding distortion challenges using analysis and testing.

Testing, Reliability & Standards

• Set structural CAE, fatigue, materials and weld‑design standards to improve service life.
• Support prototype and mine‑site investigations and close out root causes of structural failures.

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, structural or related engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years designing and validating welded, fatigue‑critical structures for heavy equipment.
• Working knowledge of fEA/CAE, structural fatigue, welding, materials, prototype investigation and root‑cause analysis.
• 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 + PROTOTYPE / FIELD VISITS)

This role is primarily performed in an office or engineering environment, involving extended computer use, meetings, technical reviews, and minimal physical exertion. Periodic visits to prototype facilities, suppliers, test locations, or mine sites may involve walking, standing, noise, moving equipment, varying temperatures, uneven ground, and required PPE.

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.