Responsibilities
- Act as the primary technical point of contact to support and empower Hitachi dealers and direct customers across Brazil
- Provide high-level technical analysis, support, and warranty presentations, anticipating customer needs and resolving product issues
- Provide engineering expertise to develop new products and customize existing mobile plant products (Undercarriage, Crawler Systems, GET, and Buckets)
- Perform 3D CAD modeling, detailed drafting, and FEA simulation, utilizing site-based reverse engineering data (3D scans, hand measurements) to create technically sound, cost-effective solutions
- Partner with global Sales, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure products are designed for manufacturability and seamlessly delivered to meet customer expectations
Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience working as a design, reliability, or application engineer in a mining or heavy manufacturing environment, with specific knowledge of surface mining equipment preferred
- Experience with 3D CAD and FEA software
- Must hold a valid driver's license and possess the physical capability and willingness to travel within Brazil and occasionally overseas for site inspections, dealer training, trials, and 3D scanning
- Strong knowledge of health and safety standards
- Fluent spoken and written English is essential for global collaboration with teams in the USA and globally, alongside native or fluent Portuguese
Nice to Have
- A Professional Engineering Qualification is highly regarded
- Familiarity with Siemens NX, ANSYS FEA, and Siemens TeamCenter PLM is highly desirable
- Mine Hazard Training appropriate for your respective region/site environment is required
Benefits
- Competitive performance-based programs and educational reimbursement opportunities
- Clear avenues for professional advancement within a leading global organization
- Access to diverse global expertise and comprehensive internal training platforms
- Comprehensive corporate health insurance and well-being programs
- Build your future backed by over 100 years of industrial history, stability, and internal mobility
- We prioritize the safety of our teams above all else, backed by robust life, accident, and disability insurance coverage
Additional Information
- Deadline to Apply: 9th May, 2026
- Resumes need to be submitted in English only
- Prior to commencement, successful candidates will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical examination, which includes alcohol and drug screening
