Applications Engineer, Sr.
$130,000–$130,000 year
On-siteLincolnshire, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Partner with customers to understand application requirements, operating conditions, and performance objectives while reviewing system needs and recommending hydraulic products. Design and develop custom Hydraulic Integrated Circuits (HICs) and system solutions based on specifications, creating schematics and layouts to lead complex projects from concept through validation. Provide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support for customers, distributors, and internal teams, conducting testing, analyzing data, and preparing engineering reports. Collaborate cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Sales to resolve technical challenges and improve product performance. Mentor junior engineers and serve as a subject matter expert for hydraulic systems and applications.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in hydraulics, fluid power, mobile equipment, industrial equipment, or related technical applications
- Demonstrated experience leading complex customer applications and providing technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders
- Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, hydraulic symbols, and the ability to read, interpret, and develop hydraulic schematics
- Experience designing Hydraulic Integrated Circuits (HICs) and application-specific hydraulic solutions
- Experience performing engineering analysis and documenting findings through technical reports and presentations
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues independently
- Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively influence customers and cross-functional teams
- Proven ability to mentor, coach, and support the development of less-experienced engineers
- Ability to work independently while leading technical initiatives in a collaborative team environment
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally, as required
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in Engineering or related field
- Experience with mobile and/or industrial hydraulic systems
- Experience with electro-hydraulic controls, PLCs, sensors, and automation technologies
- Experience supporting OEM customers and field applications
- Familiarity with data acquisition systems, testing methodologies, and root-cause analysis techniques
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