Technical Project Leader

Position: Technical Project Leader
Location: Nanjing, China (Hengtai)
Company: Epiroc (Nanjing) Construction & Mining Equipment Ltd
Department: UMR R&D, Underground Division
Business Area: Equipment & Service
Job Area: Research & Development

Join Epiroc, a global leader in mining and construction equipment, as a Technical Project Leader within our innovative Underground Division. This role offers the unique opportunity to lead advanced technical projects that drive product development and innovation in underground excavation equipment. If you are passionate about cutting-edge design, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are committed to delivering exceptional customer value through electrification, digitalization, and automation solutions, this position is tailored for you.

About the Role

As a Technical Project Leader, you will play a pivotal role in guiding new product development projects from concept through to product launch, ensuring adherence to the UMR design guidelines as well as national and international legal and regulatory standards. You will orchestrate cross-functional collaboration, lead technical design reviews, and manage the integrity and quality of R&D outputs to support continuous product innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical projects focused on underground production equipment, ensuring effective project execution in line with prescribed processes.
• Develop mechanical designs for various components and systems of underground excavation machinery, leveraging 3D and 2D design tools.
• Create and maintain comprehensive bills of materials (BOM) for both products and their sub-assemblies to align engineering efforts with manufacturing.
• Select appropriate standard hardware, components, materials, and manufacturing processes, guided by detailed load, stress, and structural analysis.
• Promote continuous product improvements by integrating feedback and innovations into ongoing development cycles.
• Collaborate closely with technical service teams to diagnose and resolve field issues, enhancing product reliability and customer satisfaction.
• Develop detailed machine test procedures and documentation to facilitate rigorous product validation.
• Maintain awareness of relevant regulations and industry standards to ensure compliance and competitiveness.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mining or construction equipment design, demonstrating advanced technical and project leadership capabilities.
• Strong proficiency with 3D and 2D CAD design and drafting tools, able to design both components and complete machines.
• Experience in new product development projects preferred, with a track record of successful product innovations receiving positive market or customer feedback.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Good English language skills or a strong ambition to achieve proficiency quickly, to facilitate effective communication in our international environment.
• In-depth knowledge of mining or construction equipment layout, design principles, and relevant industry regulations and standards.

Preferred Behaviors and Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster teamwork and stakeholder engagement across diverse functions.
• Open-minded and adaptable team player willing to embrace new ideas and approaches.
• Hands-on approach to problem-solving and project execution, with a strong sense of initiative and goal orientation.
• Keen interest in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence tools, digitalization, electrification, and intelligent automation.
• Impeccable attention to detail combined with a profound sense of responsibility for quality and safety.
• Prior leadership experience in R&D settings is advantageous and will support your success in this role.

Why Join Epiroc and This Team?

At Epiroc, you're joining more than a company; you're becoming part of a global network committed to sustainable productivity and innovation in challenging environments. Working within the Underground Division, you will collaborate with some of the industry's brightest minds, advancing technologies that transform mining operations through electrification, digitalization, and automation.

We value continuous learning and provide opportunities to develop your expertise while contributing to impactful projects that make a real difference for our customers and the environment. The culture here embraces diversity, inclusion, and a shared commitment to excellence and responsibility.

Employee Group

This is a regular full-time position offering a stimulating and supportive workplace where your contributions have visible impact. You will be part of a dynamic R&D team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in underground equipment design.