Job Location : Ottawa,IL, USA
Development Engineer, Mechanics
Kalmar is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services.
Purpose of Position:
Develop and support mechanical systems for current and future projects. Demonstrate a broad understanding of systems and system-interactions for both diesel and electric powered Kalmar terminal tractors. Design subsystems to meet global customer needs, legislation and internal requirements.
Key Accountabilities:
* Define specifications for mechanical components and subsystems.
* Help ensure that components and systems meet specified technical customer demands, product safety, legislative requirements and internal demands for Terminal Tractor products (TT).
* Perform activities according to specified requirements and time schedules.
* Contribute toward cooperation between product development, sourcing, and operations.
* According to customer demands, choose design solutions, materials, and components.
* Define component verification and validation test requirements
* Coordinate work with internal and external engineers
* In consultation with the responsible Product Development Manager, purchase components for tests and evaluations.
* In consultation with the responsible Product Development Manager, perform customer and supplier visits.
* Initiate and order testing for verification and evaluation of a design.
* Perform other related duties as assigned
Position Requirements:
Education
* Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience
* Theoretical and applied knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic structural, or powertrain systems related to mobile equipment
* 3 + years mechanical engineering experience
Competencies
* 3D CAD systems, CATIA V5 experience preferred
* Strong aptitude toward mechanical design
* Driving force and results oriented
* Good communication skills
* Fluent in English both in speaking and writing
* Will be required to work closely with other TT RDE personnel, Project Managers, Sourcing & Production groups worldwide
Other information
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally will be required
You will be part of:
Kalmar currently employs more than 4,800 professionals worldwide. One of our most important values is: We do it together. We value team skills, as well as innovativeness, customer orientation, and a willingness to commit to continuous improvement. We work closely with our customers and partners - across language, cultural, and professional borders. We see diversity as a common strength and valuable resource for Kalmar's future.
Interested in joining the Kalmar Team?
Please submit your resume/CV to be considered!
Kalmar
Kalmar is the global leader in sustainable cargo handling for ports, terminals, distribution centres and heavy industry. With our extensive electric portfolio and global service network, we help our customers move towards safer, more eco-efficient and productive operations. Together, we develop innovative solutions that shape the future of our industry, improving our customers' every move. www.kalmarglobal.com
Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,000 people. In 2023, the company's sales on a carve-out basis totalled approximately EUR 2.0 billion.
www.kalmarglobal.com