Hydraulic Systems Validation Engineer

Cintal, Inc.; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays per year

2 weeks PTO pro-rated

Medical insurance including dental and

Vision

401(k) with employer contribution

Relocation reimbursement

Yearly bonus

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. is seeking a Hydraulic Test Engineer in the United States to perform component and system testing, analyze data, and report results. You will set up and troubleshoot test equipment, investigate failures, and support product development and validation efforts.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 2+ years of hydraulic/testing experience, and strong data analysis skills. Collaboration with engineering teams and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Execute hydraulic component and system validation testing.
• Develop and follow test procedures and standards.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot test equipment.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data.
• Investigate failures and perform root cause analysis.
• Document test results and prepare technical reports.
• Support product development, verification, and design improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and performance requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.

Skills

Hydraulic testing

Data acquisition

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Mechanical knowledge

Validation & verification

MS Office & engineering software

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

DAQ systems

CAD/FEA tools

Test automation

Lean manufacturing

Job description

Cintal, Inc. is seeking a Hydraulic Test Engineer in the United States to perform component and system testing, analyze data, and report results. You will set up and troubleshoot test equipment, investigate failures, and support product development and validation efforts.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 2+ years of hydraulic/testing experience, and strong data analysis skills. Collaboration with engineering teams and adherence to safety standards are essential.