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Shantui Construction Machinery Co. Ltd. Is a major Chinese manufacturer of construction equipment. Founded in 1980, with roots traced back to 1952. Shantui sells products to over 170 Countries, with over 120 distributors Globally. Ranked in the top 50 global manufacturers.
Shantui is best known for its Global number 1 product Crawler dozers, but with our expansion into Europe we also supply Excavators, Wheeled loaders, Road rollers, Forklifts, Concrete machinery, Compactors, motor graders, mining equipment, Pipelayers and cold mining machines.
Position Title: Skid Steer Loader Product Director (Consultant or Full-Time)
Location: Global reach with extended periods in China / Asia Region
Reports to: SHANTUI DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER FOR PRODUCTION AND R&D
About the Role
We are seeking an accomplished Skid Steer Loader Product Director to take full leadership of the design, development, and market introduction of our next-generation skid steer loader products. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle—from initial concept through design sign-off, supplier engagement, homologation, and production launch. This role demands strategic vision, technical depth, and the ability to benchmark industry competition to deliver best-in-class performance, quality, and value.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the full product development lifecycle for skid steer loaders, from concept through to market launch.
* Direct, mentor, and inspire a team of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and structural engineers/designers.
* Conduct competitive benchmarking to assess market offerings, identify differentiation opportunities, and guide design strategy.
* Select, approve, and integrate components, ensuring optimal balance of performance, reliability, and cost.
* Review and sign off on designs at all stages, ensuring alignment with technical specifications, manufacturing feasibility, and safety standards.
* Oversee homologation processes to ensure compliance with regional and international regulatory requirements.
* Identify, evaluate, and partner with suppliers; manage technical specifications, quality standards, costs, and timelines.
* Oversee prototype builds, validation, and durability testing programs to confirm performance and reliability targets.
* Manage quality control processes across development and supplier networks, swiftly resolving any technical or supply issues.
* Control budgets, schedules, and resources to achieve on-time, on-budget project delivery.
* Maintain rigorous documentation, design control, and project reporting standards throughout the program.
* Develop and monitor Global strategies to drive market penetration
* Support both Domestic and international Markets
Qualifications & Experience
·BachelorsDegree from accredited college or university in Engineering, business or equivalent
* Extensive experience leading heavy equipment product programs, preferably in skid steer loaders or related off-highway machinery.
* Proven track record of leading projects and teams to completion.
* Strong technical expertise in mechanical design, hydraulics, powertrains, and structural systems.
* Proven track record in homologation, competitive benchmarking, and component selection.
* Exceptional skills in supplier management, quality assurance, and cost optimization.
* Proficiency in CAD and knowledge of DFMEA, DFMA, and validation processes.
* Inspirational leadership, clear communication, and strategic decision-making capabilities.
Contract Type
* Available for full-time employment or consultancy arrangement, depending on candidate profile.
Why Join Us
This is a unique opportunity to own the complete development and launch of a flagship product, lead a high-performing engineering team, and set new benchmarks in the skid steer loader market for performance, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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