Hydraulic Systems Validation Engineer

Cintal, Inc.; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 holidays per year

2 weeks PTO pro-rated

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life & disability coverage

401(k) with employer contribution

Relocation reimbursement

Yearly bonus

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. is seeking an engineer to lead hydraulic system validation and testing within our R&D/engineering teams. You will develop test plans, execute procedures, and analyze results to ensure system performance and reliability.

Collaboration with design and manufacturing will be key to delivering high-quality products. The role requires a Mechanical Engineering background with hands-on experience in hydraulic systems, data collection, and root-cause analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in hydraulic systems, validation, testing, or product development.
• Experience with hydraulic components, test equipment, and data analysis.
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
• Experience in laboratory, R&D, or manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydraulic system and component validation testing.
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures.
• Analyze test data and evaluate system performance.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and mechanical issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Document test results and prepare technical reports.
• Support product development and design validation activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Validation testing

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Test equipment setup

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

2+ years in hydraulic systems/validation/testing

Tools

DAQ systems

CAD

MS Office

Job description

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.

BENEFITS:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company's medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

• Perform validation and performance testing of hydraulic systems and components.
• Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and test setups.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to verify system performance.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, and system-level issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare technical reports, validation documents, and engineering updates.
• Support product development, design verification, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure product quality and reliability.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct hydraulic system and component validation testing.
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures.
• Analyze test data and evaluate system performance.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and mechanical issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Document test results and prepare technical reports.
• Support product development and design validation activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and performance standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for products and testing processes.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Agricultural, or related Engineering field.
• 2+ years of experience in hydraulic systems, validation, testing, or product development.
• Experience with hydraulic components, test equipment, and data analysis.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and technical documentation skills.
• Experience working in laboratory, R&D, or manufacturing environments preferred.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Hydraulic systems and fluid power fundamentals
• Hydraulic component and system validation testing
• Test equipment setup, instrumentation, and data acquisition
• Data analysis and performance evaluation
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Mechanical systems knowledge
• Technical documentation and report writing
• Product verification and validation
• Microsoft Office and engineering software proficiency
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

DESIRED SKILLS:

• xperience with hydraulic system design and development
• Knowledge of test automation, DAQ, and instrumentation systems
• Familiarity with CAD and engineering analysis tools
• Experience in R&D, product development, or validation environments
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience
• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

The pay range for this role is:

70,000 - 80,000 USD per year (IL-Mossville)