Technical R&D Expert – SANY Europe

Company: SANY Robotic – Electric Forklift – EU R&D Office (To be established)
Location: Bedburg, Germany (On-site)

Job Overview:
SANY Europe is seeking a highly skilled Technical R&D Expert to lead the development and localization of core forklift products tailored to the European market. This role focuses on breaking through technical barriers, ensuring regulatory compliance, and creating innovative, high-performance products. The successful candidate will drive technological advancements and support the rapid market penetration and brand elevation of SANY Electric Forklifts in Europe.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Strategic Product Development:
    • Lead the development of forklift main engine platforms for the European market.
    • Design differentiated product architectures based on user needs (electrification, intelligence) and carbon neutrality goals.
    • Gradually build a global product platform to support future innovations.
  2. Key Technology Breakthroughs:
    • Develop modular multi-host platforms to support rapid iterations of electric balance forklifts and warehousing models.
    • Drive the “one platform, multiple models” concept for efficiency.
    • Overcome critical technology challenges in high-voltage electric drive systems, intelligent hydraulic control, and digital human-machine interfaces.
    • Build a strong technical foundation for the European high-end market.
  3. Full Process Technical Control:
    • Oversee the full lifecycle of product development, from concept design to mass production.
    • Conduct technical feasibility analyses (DFMEA), prototype testing, and EU certification processes (e.g., VDMA standards).
    • Plan and implement localized production strategies to align with European regulations.
  4. Market-Oriented Technology Planning:
    • Benchmark against leading European brands and global hit products.
    • Develop a 3–5 year technology roadmap focused on smart, autonomous, and cutting-edge solutions.
    • Collaborate with the marketing team to translate technical advantages into tailored industry solutions (e.g., automotive logistics, cold chain warehousing).

Qualifications:

  • Education: Master’s degree or above from recognized European institutions.
  • Experience: Over 10 years of forklift product and key assembly development experience.
    • Proven track record of successful product launches in Europe or globally (annual sales > 30,000 units).
  • Languages: Native speaker level in German and Chinese, fluent in English preferred, with additional languages such as Spanish considered a plus.
  • Skills: Expertise in product design, technical analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

Other Requirements:

  • Location: Based in Bedburg, Germany.
  • Travel: Willingness to travel within Europe and between Europe and China as needed.
  • Compensation: Competitive salary aligned with overseas localization standards.