Lead Hydraulic Systems Engineer

Lead Engineer Hydraulics

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

1. Hydraulics System Design & Development

• Lead the end-to-end design & development of hydraulic systems, including concept generation, architecture definition, and detailed design of components such as pumps, valves, cylinders, motors, and manifolds. 

• Thorough understanding of hydraulic fluid characteristics, effects of system on fluids and ability to design for and accommodate fluid characteristics and system operating conditions.

• Expertise in hydraulic principles, temperature effects, viscosity behavior, and fluid compatibility with various elastomers and sealing materials. 

• Design and validate hydraulic systems operating at high pressures, including applications exceeding 100 bar. 

• Ensure compliance with relevant environmental protection standards and ingress protection (IP) ratings for system components.

• Develop, review, and optimize hydraulic schematics, system layouts, and associated Bill of Materials (BOM). 

• Perform detailed system-level analysis including flow calculations, pressure drop estimations, heat generation assessment, and overall power requirement evaluations.

2. Technical Leadership

• Guide a team of engineers in executing hydraulic development projects.

• Conduct design reviews and ensure adherence to engineering standards and best practices.

• Provide mentorship and technical training to junior engineers.

3. Testing, Validation & Troubleshooting

• Define test plans and validation requirements for hydraulic systems and components.

• Support lab and field testing, analyze data, and recommend corrective actions.

• Ability to convert high level ideas into practical 

• High level of understanding of magnetic with hands on product problem solving with hands on experience

• Expect to spend 40% to 50% time on lab testing

• Lead root-cause analysis for hydraulic performance or reliability issues.

 

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with mechanical, electrical, controls, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless system integration.

• Collaborate with suppliers for component selection, feasibility discussions, and technical assessments.

• Support sourcing and procurement activities with technical expertise.

5. Documentation & Compliance

• Create and maintain technical documentation: design reports, test reports, DFMEA & PFMEA

• Ensure hydraulic systems comply with relevant industry standards (ISO, SAE, CE, ASME, etc.)

• Support product safety evaluations and risk assessments.

6. Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Drive hydraulic system optimization for efficiency, cost, robustness, and manufacturability.

• Evaluate and implement new technologies (e.g., electro-hydraulics, smart valves, advanced filtration, energy-saving hydraulic systems).

• Support sustainability initiatives such as reduced energy consumption or eco-friendly fluids.

 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 8–12 years of experience in hydraulic systems design and development.

• Strong knowledge of hydraulic components, circuits, and fluid power principles.

• Proficiency in CAD tools (Creo, SolidWorks, Catia)

• Experience with system controls involving electro-hydraulics (nice to have).

 

Our Offer To You

By joining Emerson, you will be given the opportunity to make a difference through the work you do.

Emerson's compensation and benefits programs are designed to be competitive within the industry and local labor markets. We also offer a comprehensive medical and insurance coverage to meet the needs of our employees.

We are committed to creating a global workplace that supports diversity, equity and embraces inclusion. We welcome foreign nationals to join us through our Work Authorization Sponsorship.

We attract, develop, and retain exceptional people in an inclusive environment, where all employees can reach their greatest potential. We are dedicated to the ongoing development of our employees because we know that it is critical to our success as a global company.

We have established our Remote Work Policy for eligible roles to promote Work-Life Balance through a hybrid work set up where our team members can take advantage of working both from home and at the office.

Safety is paramount to us, and we are relentless in our pursuit to provide a Safe Working Environment across our global network and facilities.

Through our benefits, development opportunities, and an inclusive and safe work environment, we aim to create an organization our people are proud to represent.

 

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place.  Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson. 

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Experience Level

Senior Level