Hydraulic Systems Engineer

Position Title: Hydraulic Systems Engineer 

Experience Level: 5-10 yrs 
Department: Engineering / Product Development / Maintenance Engineering 

About the Role 

We are seeking a skilled Hydraulic Systems Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the design, analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization of hydraulic systems for industrial heavy machinery. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to support both new product development and existing equipment improvements. 

Key Responsibilities 

Hydraulic System Design & Development 

• Design, model, and validate hydraulic circuits for heavy industrial machinery (e.g., construction equipment, mining equipment, material handling machines). 

• Select hydraulic components such as pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, motors, filters, and accumulators. 

• Develop schematics using tools like Draftsight. 

• Work extensively with Windchill/Creo to identify hydraulics components/suppliers within the customer database to meet new product functions 

System Analysis & Optimization 

• Perform hydraulic calculations (flow, pressure, power losses, cooling capacity). 

• Conduct root cause analysis on system failures and implement corrective modifications. 

• Optimize hydraulic performance for energy efficiency, reliability, and durability. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers during machine development. 

• Support manufacturing and assembly teams with hydraulic-related technical guidance. 

• Provide technical assistance to service teams and customers for troubleshooting issues. 

Documentation & Compliance 

• Prepare hydraulic schematics, BOMs, test documentation, and design reports. 

• Ensure hydraulic system designs meet industry standards (ISO, DIN, SAE) and safety requirements. 

• Maintain documentation for change management and product lifecycle updates using Windchill. 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Fluid Power Engineering, or related field. 

• 5+ years of professional experience working with hydraulic systems in heavy machinery or industrial equipment. 

• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, hydraulic components, and system behavior. 

• Experience with hydraulic troubleshooting, testing equipment, and diagnostic tools. 

• Knowledge of hydraulic standards 

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with closed-loop and open-loop hydraulic control systems. 

• Familiarity with electro-hydraulic systems and proportional/servo valve technology. 

• Understanding of PLC or embedded control systems used to operate hydraulic functions. 

• Hands-on experience working with construction, agricultural, mining, or lifting machinery. 

• Knowledge of FMEA, DFMEA, and reliability engineering practices. 

Soft Skills 

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. 

• Excellent communication and technical reporting skills. 

• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams. 

• Attention to detail, with a focus on safety and quality.