Electrical Design Supervisor

Location: 25 Fielding - Hard Rock Canada

Travel Requirements: Up to 15%

Job Overview

Are you a passionate electrical engineering leader who thrives on innovation, collaboration, and developing high-performing teams? As our Electrical Engineering Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of mining machinery by leading the design and implementation of advanced electrical systems. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will oversee a talented team of designers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and day-to-day leadership while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality. This is an exciting opportunity to drive engineering excellence, influence product innovation, and work cross-functionally to bring industry-leading solutions from concept through production and commissioning.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Lead, prioritize, and oversee the daily activities of the electrical design team, providing coaching, mentorship, and technical guidance to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Partner with project management and engineering leadership to deliver high-quality solutions on schedule and within budget.
• Design and oversee complex electrical systems, schematics, communication networks, and harness layouts for underground mining equipment.
• Develop and implement innovative electrical architectures that optimize machine performance, reliability, and cost.
• Select and integrate electrical components and systems, working closely with suppliers to ensure technical and commercial objectives are met.
• Create production-ready electrical designs and specifications, supporting successful manufacturing and product launches.
• Provide technical leadership on system integration, communication protocols, and advanced electrical engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Support, Purchasing, and external vendors to drive project success.
• Support prototype testing, capital equipment assembly, commissioning, and production activities to ensure seamless product execution.
• Provide expert technical support to manufacturing, service, and field teams, resolving complex electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and software-related issues.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience designing electrical systems for mobile equipment, preferably within heavy equipment, mining, or industrial applications.
• Proven people leadership experience, including leading, coaching, mentoring, and developing technical teams in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals, including load calculations, voltage drop analysis, and short-circuit calculations.
• Hands-on experience with electrical testing equipment, validation processes, and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Experience with battery-electric vehicle (BEV) design, integration, and testing is considered a strong asset.
• Thorough understanding of applicable electrical standards and regulations, including ISO, ANSI, CSA, and other relevant international requirements.
• Experience working with engineering ERP systems and product lifecycle management processes.
• Proficiency with CAD software and a strong understanding of electrical components, system architecture, and harness design.
• Working knowledge of engineering change and quality processes, including ECNs, ECRs, NCRs, risk assessments, DFMEA, and PFMEA.
• Experience ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for complex electrical systems throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, manufacturing, operations, product support, purchasing, and supplier teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to 15% of the time to support customers, product commissioning, and Hard Rock operations as required.

Compensation Range

At Komatsu, base pay is just one part of a comprehensive total compensation package designed to support and reward our employees.

For this role, the annual base compensation range is $120,000.00 to $145,000.00 CAD. The final offer will be determined based on several factors, including the candidates' skills, experience, qualifications, and the position location.

Additional Offerings

• Relocation Support

Additional Information

We are currently recruiting to fill an existing vacancy within our organization. The successful candidate will be hired to fill a current role that is actively open and ready for immediate placement.

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee 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.

• Competitive wages
• Annual Bonus
• Comprehensive health and insurance benefits package
• Company-sponsored registered pension plan (RPP) and matching program
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Personal wellness allowance
• Paid uniform and personal protective equipment
• Paid vacation time
• Paid sick time
• Company-supplied tools
• Training and education support
• Employee social engagement activities and benefits

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.

If you want to learn more about Komatsu, please visit our website at https://www.komatsu.com/

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

Komatsu uses artificial intelligence (AI), to assist with applicant screening during the recruitment process. These tools analyze candidate information based on predefined criteria set by the company for the position requirements and generate outputs such as candidate recommendations.

AI refers to machine-based systems that infer from input data to produce outputs that may influence hiring outcomes. While AI supports initial screening, final decisions are made by human recruiters and hiring managers.

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!

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 Komatsu underground hard rock mining equipment, P&H surface mining equipment and JOY underground mining machinery to support the production of valuable minerals for our mining customers worldwide. Komatsu Mining's products and related technologies and services are used extensively for mining copper, silver, iron, gold, coal, salt and other mineral resources.

EEO Statement

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, disability or genetic characteristics.

As we search for collective healing and true reconciliation, we strive to build respectful relationships with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada. We would like to acknowledge that most of our team members gather, work, and play on the traditional ancestral homelands of Indigenous Peoples and Nations across Canada, each with their own unique history, culture, and traditions.

Accommodations during the recruitment process are available on request.

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