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Regardless of the motion task that customers face anywhere in the world, they will always find a Bosch Rexroth team with local experience and the appropriate know-how from more than 30 industries and all drive and control technologies. Our associates take on their customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found. This is what makes Bosch Rexroth a strong, reliable partner for Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering and Factory Automation. As the Drive & Control Company, we develop, produce, and distribute our components and system solutions in over 80 countries.\nBosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. Our cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. For almost 35 years, Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. has been producing the most innovative elector-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets.\n The Senior Applications Engineer serves as a technical leader and trusted advisor to customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders in developing hydraulic solutions that meet complex application requirements. This role is responsible for evaluating customer needs, selecting and integrating appropriate products, designing hydraulic systems and integrated circuits, troubleshooting technical issues, and providing engineering support throughout the product lifecycle.\nLeveraging advanced technical expertise and industry experience, the Senior Applications Engineer leads complex customer application projects, provides technical guidance, and supports the development of engineering best practices. This individual plays a key role in mentoring, training, and assisting junior engineers in the evaluation, design, and support of customer applications while serving as a subject matter expert for hydraulic systems and products.\nThe following reflects management's definition of the essential functions of this position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as business needs require.\nPartner with customers to understand application requirements, operating conditions, and performance objectives.\nReview system requirements and recommend hydraulic products and solutions that meet technical and commercial objectives.\nDesign and develop custom Hydraulic Integrated Circuits (HICs) and system solutions based on customer specifications.\nCreate and interpret hydraulic schematics, layouts, and supporting technical documentation.\nLead technically complex customer applications from concept through implementation and validation.\nProvide hands-on troubleshooting and technical support for customers, distributors, field personnel, and internal teams.\nConduct testing, analyze performance data, and prepare engineering reports and recommendations.\nSupport product integration, validation, and application testing activities.\nCollaborate cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Sales teams to resolve technical challenges and improve product performance.\nCommunicate technical concepts and solutions effectively to customers, sales managers, and engineering teams.\nInvestigate root causes of technical issues and recommend corrective actions.\nServe as a technical resource and subject matter expert for hydraulic products, systems, and applications.\nMentor, coach, and assist in the training and development of junior Applications Engineers and other technical team members.\nSupport customer visits, field evaluations, trade shows, and technical training activities as required.\nMaintain awareness of industry trends, competitor technologies, and emerging hydraulic applications.\nContribute to continuous improvement initiatives, engineering standards, and best practices.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nSupervisory Responsibilities\nThis position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.\nMay provide technical leadership, mentorship, and project guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional team members.\n Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.\nMinimum of 5 years of engineering experience in hydraulics, fluid power, mobile equipment, industrial equipment, or related technical applications.\nDemonstrated experience leading complex customer applications and providing technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders.\nStrong understanding of hydraulic systems, hydraulic symbols, and the ability to read, interpret, and develop hydraulic schematics.\nExperience designing Hydraulic Integrated Circuits (HICs) and application-specific hydraulic solutions.\nExperience performing engineering analysis and documenting findings through technical reports and presentations.\nDemonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues independently.\nStrong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively influence customers and cross-functional teams.\nProven ability to mentor, coach, and support the development of less-experienced engineers.\nAbility to work independently while leading technical initiatives in a collaborative team environment.\nPreferred\nMaster's degree in Engineering or related field.\nExperience with mobile and/or industrial hydraulic systems.\nExperience with electro-hydraulic controls, PLCs, sensors, and automation technologies.\nExperience supporting OEM customers and field applications.\nFamiliarity with data acquisition systems, testing methodologies, and root-cause analysis techniques.\nKey Competencies\nTechnical Leadership\nHydraulic Systems Expertise\nCustomer Focus\nAdvanced Problem Solving\nEngineering Analysis\nProject Leadership\nCross-Functional Collaboration\nCoaching and Mentorship\nRelationship Building\nContinuous Improvement\nPhysical Requirements\nWhile performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to:\nSit, stand, walk, and use hands to operate office and testing equipment.\nOccasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds without assistance.\nTravel to customer sites, manufacturing facilities, and testing locations as needed.\nWork Environment\nThis position operates in a combination of office, laboratory, manufacturing, and customer field environments. The employee may occasionally be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, varying temperatures, and moderate to loud noise levels during testing or customer support activities.\nTravel\nAbility and willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally, as required.\n Compensation range: $130,000 USD - $144,000 USD annually\nIndefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. 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