Engineer II- Hydraulic Applications

Donaldson Company; Bloomington (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Donaldson Company is seeking an Engineer II - Hydraulic Applications in the United States. You will lead hydraulic filtration projects from concept to production, collaborating with OEM customers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions.

The role emphasizes driving innovation, applying advanced engineering tools, and staying current with hydraulic technologies. Travel up to 15% is expected, and a strong background in filtration and automotive/heavy equipment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Experience with hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive customer-focused innovation by applying engineering tools to hydraulic filtration solutions.
• Translate customer requirements into product concepts and performance targets.
• Lead product development from design through production release.
• Support existing products through updates and continuous improvement.
• Manage test programs to meet performance and regulatory expectations.
• Provide design guidance to internal teams and OEM customers.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing and Engineering.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Filtration knowledge

Automotive/Heavy equipment experience

APQP / structured product development

IATF / ISO/TS knowledge

Collaboration & project management

Effective communication with customers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Donaldson is committed to solving the world's most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.

As an Engineer II - Hydraulic Applications at Donaldson Company, you will help shape the next generation of hydraulic filtration solutions used across construction, agricultural, and heavy mobile equipment. You'll lead engineering initiatives from early concept through production release, collaborate directly with OEM customers, and support existing product platforms. Donald's broad product portfolio and global reach provide exceptional opportunities to deepen your technical expertise and grow your career.

Role Responsibilities:

Drive customer-focused innovation by applying advanced engineering tools and methods to develop hydraulic filtration solutions.

• Translate customer requirements into clear product concepts, performance targets, and technical proposals.

• Lead product development from design and analysis through validation, testing, and production release.

• Support existing products through design updates, material changes, and continuous improvement activities.

• Manage test programs to ensure products meet performance, durability, and regulatory expectations.

• Provide design guidance to internal teams and OEM customers throughout the development cycle.

• Identify new technology opportunities and support Donald's intellectual property strategy.

• Stay current on emerging hydraulic technologies, materials, and industry standards.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Engineering through customer visits and technical consultations.

• Educate others on filtration principles and tools as part of a market-leading organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering

• 3+ years of professional engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with hydraulic systems

• Filtration knowledge or industry experience

• Background in automotive, heavy equipment, or mobile machinery

• Familiarity with APQP or similar structured product development processes

• Experience working within IATF or ISO/TS certified systems

• Strong collaboration skills, self-motivation, and professional confidence

• Effective communication skills across all levels, including customer-facing interactions

• Demonstrated project management capability

TRAVEL:

Up to 15% (primarily U.S., with occasional international travel)

Annual Salary Range:

$76,400 - $105,050 annually. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to applicable work experience, training, education, performance.

Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves (including paid parental leave) and more.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:

• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).

• Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans

Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.