Mechanical Engineer

Hydro-Gear; Princeton (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydro-Gear is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, test, and validate precision drive solutions used worldwide. This onsite role offers opportunities to support existing products and manage projects from concept through implementation.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and hands-on experience with 3D modeling and engineering tools. The position may involve collaboration across multiple locations in the Midwest.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Engineering Technology degrees are not eligible.
• Experience with 3D modeling and design tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and validate new products and components.
• Provide technical support and continuous improvement for current production products.
• Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation.

Skills

Self-motivated

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Communication skills

Hands-on

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

3D modeling software

Engineering design tools

Job description

Brief Description

Want to see your engineering ideas come to life at an industry-leading company? Join Hydro-Gear as a Mechanical Engineer and help design, improve, and support innovative precision drive solutions that power equipment around the globe.

• Please note, we are not able to consider candidates who currently or in the future will require VISA sponsorship.

Hydro-Gear is a world leader in the design and production of precision drive solutions, serving multiple industries and delivering to customers worldwide. Our passion is innovation and a commitment to making our customers successful. Learn more about us at Hydro-Gear.com.

Location: Sullivan, IL | Princeton, KY | Huntingdon, TN | Indianapolis, IN

Schedule: Full-time, Onsite

Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience, plus biannual bonus

https://www.hydro-gear.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Mechanical-Engineer.pdf

What You’ll Do

• New Product Development – Design, develop, test, and validate new products and components.
• Existing Product Support – Provide technical support and continuous improvement for current production products.
• Project Management – Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation.

What We're Looking For

• Self-motivated individual who takes initiative
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communicator who collaborates well across teams.
• Hands-on approach with a desire to learn, improve, and innovate.
• Strong mechanical engineering and technical aptitude.

Preferred Skills/qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• 3D modeling software experience
• Experience working with engineering and design tools.
• Internship, co-op, or prior industry experience preferred.

Why Join Hydro-Gear?

• Opportunity to work on innovative products with a global industry leader
• Collaborative engineering environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited four-year program; Engineering Technology degrees are not eligible for this position.