Excavator Operator / Expert (m/f/d)

Overall machine R&D Expert for Ultra-Large Mining Excavators (m/f/d)

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead mechanical/hydraulic/structural design of ultra-large excavators (50+ tons), focusing on durability, energy efficiency, and automation readiness.
• Optimize key systems (boom/structure, hydraulic circuits, powertrain) using CAD/CAE tools (e.g., ProE, ANSYS, AMESim).
• DefineR&D roadmaps for mining excavators, aligning with global market needs (e.g., electrification, autonomous operation).
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate Germany-China technical teams.
• Oversee prototype testing (FEA, fatigue analysis, field trials) and ensure compliance with EU/China safety/emission regulations.
• Troubleshoot design issues and implement corrective actions.
• Liaise with European suppliers (e.g., Liebherr, Bosch Rexroth) for critical components.
• Support manufacturing teams in Germany/China for design-to-production handover.
• Drive patent applications and publish technical papers in mining equipment domains.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:PhD/Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related fields.
• Experience:
  • 10+ years in heavy mining equipment R&D (excavators, draglines).
  • Proven track record in ultra-large excavator (>50T) design projects.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Mastery of CAD (ProE/SolidWorks), CAE (ANSYS/ADAMS), and PLMsystems.
  • Deep knowledge of hydraulic systems, structural dynamics, and fatigue analysis.
• Language:Fluent English (working language); German or Mandarin is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with EU/China certification processes (CE, GB standards).
• Familiarity with autonomous mining technologies (e.g., GPS, LiDAR).
• Willingness to work in Kunshan China.

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