R&D Manager - Attachment

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Engineer to lead the development of hydraulic hammer attachments for construction and mining equipment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical design, product development, and project management within the heavy equipment industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimise hydraulic hammer attachments, ensuring compliance with performance, safety, and quality standards.
• Lead cross-functional teams through the product development lifecycle, from concept to production release.
• Perform structural and dynamic analysis, material selection, and validation of hammer components.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and quality teams to ensure cost-effective and robust solutions.
• Engage with customers and service teams to gather feedback and drive continuous product improvement.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, drawings, and reports as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in attachment or heavy equipment development, specifically with hydraulic hammers preferred.
• Strong proficiency in CAD software and FEA tools.
• Hands-on experience in prototype assembly, testing, and field validation.
• Experience in handling aggregate design for Excavator would be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of relevant IS/ISO/EN standards applicable to heavy equipment attachments.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working with international teams and suppliers.
• Exposure to lean product development and value engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in Design for Six Sigma.