Mining Applications Engineering Intern (Milwaukee, WI, US, 53204-2941) - Military Veterans
at Komatsu
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the mining, forestry, industrial, and construction industries that maximizes value for customers through innovative solutions. With a full line of products supported by our advanced Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and global service network, we help customers safely and sustainably optimize their operations. Our Komatsu, P&H, Joy, Montabert, and Modular Mining products and related services are used to extract fundamental minerals and develop modern infrastructure.
Job Overview
As a Mining Applications Engineering Intern, you will be responsible for a range of support activities for the MAE teams. This position will provide mining application support for the sales and applications of Komatsu surface mining equipment. Activities will include equipment selection and production estimates, cycle time studies, and support of New Product Development (NPD) and Continuous Improvement (CI) project studies.
Komatsu's Mining Applications Engineering internships are available in Peoria, IL and Milwaukee, WI. The target start date for these roles are Summer 2025. We offer full-time hours and relocation support for the summer internship.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Support operations application analysis for drills, draglines, loaders, shovels, and haulage operations, including both evaluations for mining operation effectiveness and production studies.
- Conduct equipment selection and production estimates to recommend equipment for different mining applications. Participation in field study projects will depend on current regional support demands.
- Track Komatsu equipment production rates to establish and maintain a useable database of actual customer rates.
- Generate Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models and other applicable mining justification methods to identify equipment advantages. Conduct mining equipment value analysis.
- Provide support in completion of Repair and Maintenance Program (RAMP) contract studies and cost per hour evaluations for budgeting and planning processes.
- Assist in the creation of marketing and technical presentation material related to mining / machine applications.
- Support New Product Development (NPD) and Continuous Improvement (CI) project studies.
- Complete internal and external presentations on work results.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mining Engineering preferred
- Rising Junior or Senior in good academic standing
- Basic knowledge of draglines, drills, mine shovels, wheel loaders, and haulage operations and/or equipment
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office products
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous internship and project experience in the mining industry
- Coursework or projects related to mining engineering field
- Familiarity with Komatsu Surface Mining Equipment and operational practices
- Proficient with data analysis, manipulation, visualization, and/or application development tools (Excel, PowerBi, Power Apps)
- Ability to explain complex procedures in a simple manner across multiple work teams
Additional Information
The Komatsu Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation. Intern program perks include:
- Several Intern-inclusive networking opportunities such as:
- Meet & greets with executive leadership
- Volunteer Week
- Appreciation Events
- End-of-Summer Capstone presentations
- Company-sponsored travel opportunities to customer sites
- Potential to come back or join us as full-time employees
- Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members
- Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in your field
We’re excited that you’re interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting us at www.komatsu.com.
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.
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.
Milwaukee, WI
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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.
The Komatsu North America Mining Distribution and Service group is a critical part of our Komatsu global organization. We, sell, install, service, provide parts and rebuild equipment, as well as provide digital solutions for our customers. In the United States, we have a presence in 16 states across the US with 30 primary sites. We have approximately 1,200 employees.
Our group supports field operations at the customer mine sites as well as shop operations at the Distribution and Service Centers. A large part of our workforce focuses includes technical trades.
SLQDC (Safety, Law, Quality, Delivery, and Cost) represents the order of priority for all Komatsu Employees when making decisions. Safety always comes first. In addition to Komatsu standards, our operations follow all OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration), DOT (Department of Transportation), Customer, and all federal, state, and local guidelines.