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Hardware Development Engineer

Komatsu
United States, Pennsylvania, Franklin
May 17, 2025
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton. Job Overview Location: Franklin, PA The Hardware Development Engineer plays a crucial role in designing and developing electronic hardware, by collaborating with global team members to meet the needs of the underground soft rock organization. Key Job Responsibilities Design & development of reliable electronic hardware for use in high performance mining machinery Management and guidance of all aspects of the hardware design cycle, including requirements capture, design specifications, design reviews, system integration, troubleshooting, unit testing, product release, life cycle maintenance and product sun setting Interact professionally with customers and domestic/overseas engineers, team leads, technology managers and system architects Some domestic and overseas travel is possible Collect and define global requirements for new hardware functionality Perform testing and validation of new machine features prior to their release on Joy underground machines Create training materials and other documentation required to support the release of new machine features Qualifications/Requirements 4 year Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology degree required 3-5+ years previous experience in an electronics hardware role Hardware design experience a definite advantage Proven ability to manage projects to a tight timescale Previous employment and job-related duties in a mining industry, heavy equipment, mobile machinery preferred Previous hands-on knowledge of engineering, including: software, integration, embedded systems, hazardous area safety, trouble shooting, and problem-solving capabilities Excellent communication skills and proven documentation capabilities Customer-focused, with ability to work in a team environment as well as individually Detail oriented, rigorous, motivated self-starter The ability to work in a fast paced, deadline focused work environment Key Skills Required by Komatsu COLLABORATION Working together with one or more people to complete a project or task or develop ideas or processes. ADAPTABILITY Having the ability to adjust to changes in their environment. HUNTER MENTALITY A combination of traits that can help someone achieve their goals with consistency and precision. BUSINESS ACCUMEN Having the ability to understand business situations and make sound decisions that lead to successful outcomes. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE Being able to use what you've learned to make decisions and complete tasks in different situations. LEADERSHIP The ability to guide, influence or lead others to accomplish a shared goal. 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.