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Sr. Drive System Engineer - Electric Wheel Loaders
Posting Start Date: 12/26 Job Location Short: Longview, Texas, USA 75603 Requisition ID: 34735 Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position: Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big
Job Overview
At Komatsu Mining, we are committed to creating equipment that maximizes productivity, safety, and sustainability in the mining industry. With global operations and a legacy of innovation, we are advancing the next generation of electric propulsion and heavy equipment drive systems that will transform how mines operate. If youre ready to make an impact, join our team and help shape the future of mining.
As a Senior Drive System Engineer in our Loading Business Unit, focused on Electric Wheel Loaders (EWL), you will lead the development of cutting-edge electric and mechanical driveline systems. You will be instrumental in defining the system architecture, integrating electric motors, gearboxes, axles, drivelines, and diesel engine-hybrid interfaces to deliver world-class performance, reliability, and efficiency. You will collaborate across engineering disciplines, manufacturing suppliers, and field support to bring new products from concept through production and beyond.
Key Job Responsibilities
• Lead the design, development, and validation of drive systems for Komatsus EWL product line, including electric traction motors, gearboxes, axles, and drivelines. • Define and optimize powertrain layouts, integrating heavy-equipment diesel engines, hybrid or electric drive architectures, and mechanical subsystems. • Generate system-level requirements, perform modeling, simulation, thermal, structural, dynamic, and guide component specification and integration. • Collaborate closely with Systems Engineering, Electrical Controls Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Management, and Service teams to ensure alignment of design, cost, manufacturability, reliability, and serviceability. • Lead prototype builds, system, and field testing, analyze data, and drive root-cause investigations and continuous improvement. • Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, DFMEAs, DVP&R, test plans, and validation reports. • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership in the drive systems engineering discipline. • Contribute to the technology roadmap for next-generation EWL drive system architectures, driving innovation, efficiency, and maintainability. • Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for powertrain and driveline systems, providing advanced technical support to Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams. • Assist manufacturing teams with production build issues, component validation, and system integration challenges. • Partner with Quality Engineering to resolve non-conformance, warranty, and supplier performance issues using data-driven analysis and engineering judgment. • Support Supply Chain and Procurement in supplier qualification, component reviews, and technical evaluation to ensure drive system components meet Komatsu standards. • Lead technical reviews for changes to powertrain components or sub-systems to maintain product reliability and compliance. • Participate in cross-functional problem-solving teams focused on improving driveline performance, manufacturability, and field serviceability.
Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering • Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience in the design and development of mobile electric and mechanical drive systems, electric motors, gearboxes, axles, drivelines for off-highway or heavy equipment. • Proven experience working with heavy-equipment diesel engines, powertrain layouts, and mechanical integration in a mobile environment. • Strong skills in system-level design, simulation, modeling, component specification, supplier management, prototype testing, and field support. • Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills, ability to lead cross-functional technical teams. • Preferred: • Masters degree in mechanical, Mechatronic, or related engineering field. • Experience in electric-hybrid propulsion systems for heavy equipment or mining applications. • Familiarity with design tools, CAD, FEA, dynamic simulation, and processes typical within Komatsu design for manufacturing, reliability, testing, product validation.
Additional Information
Why Komatsu Mining
• Work on the forefront of electrification and drive-system innovation for heavy mining equipment. • Join a collaborative global engineering team focused on high-impact, meaningful work. • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, health, retirement, professional development. • Located in Longview, Texas - a growing engineering hub with access to local amenities, manufacturing resources, and a supportive community. • Opportunity for career growth and technical leadership in a company committed to sustainability and innovation.
Hiring Range
At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $0.00. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.
Company Benefits
• Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package 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. • Health benefits, Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc. • 401(k) 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 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 companys 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 Affirmative Action Employer. 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.