Senior Hydraulic Engineer - San Antonio, Texas

JCB North America
San Antonio, TX
Category Engineering
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Hydraulic Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimisation of hydraulic circuits for boom lifts, scissor lifts, and auxiliary systems. The role requires expertise in hydraulic system design, simulation, and validation, as well as knowledge of global AWP regulatory standards. The engineer will work closely with global cross-functional engineering teams and support the expansion of Access engineering capability in North America.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Fluid Power Engineering, or related discipline
  • Extensive Aerial Work Platform (AWP) hydraulic system design experience is mandatory
  • 7+ years of hydraulic engineering experience with strong knowledge of fluid power principles, component selection, and system integration
  • Experience working with load handling, proportional control, hydraulic manifolds, and machine functional safety
  • Knowledge of global AWP regulatory standards (ANSI, CSA, CE, ISO)
  • Strong analytical capability with understanding of flow, pressure, thermal behaviour, and dynamic system response
  • Experience developing hydraulic systems for boom or scissor lifts
  • Background in prototype development, hydraulic commissioning, and system tuning
  • Knowledge of DFM/DFA, hydraulic manufacturing processes, and cost optimisations
  • Experience with Automation Studio for hydraulic modelling and simulation is a strong asset

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits package
  • Opportunity for career growth and professional development
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