Remote Hydraulics Systems Designer - Lead Factory Upgrades

Cindavi; Illinois; Remote; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Travel opportunities

Remote work arrangement

Job summary

Cindavi is seeking a Hydraulics Systems Designer to own hydraulic systems and test circuits for industrial factory equipment. This remote Midwest role offers independence to drive design work from concept through completion within a collaborative five-person engineering team.

You will partner with mechanical, controls, and electrical colleagues to deliver integrated solutions, with five years of experience preferred; relocation support is provided and occasional travel about one week per quarter.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience designing hydraulic equipment for manufacturing, industrial, or other factory environments.
• Hands-on CAD experience, with SolidWorks experience preferred and the ability to learn new design tools quickly.
• Strong AutoCAD experience creating and interpreting hydraulic drawings.
• A demonstrated ability to lead projects, coordinate technical stakeholders, and keep work moving toward completion.
• A degree is not required when supported by the relevant hands-on experience and technical capability.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and development of hydraulic systems and test circuits for industrial, factory-based equipment.
• Create clear, accurate hydraulic drawings and design documentation that support build, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
• Lead hydraulic-focused projects from initial requirements through execution, coordination, and completion.
• Partner closely with mechanical, controls, and electrical engineering teammates to deliver integrated machine solutions.
• Support hydraulic upgrades at plants and help ensure projects are delivered on time, with strong technical ownership and minimal supervision.

Skills

Hydraulic design

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

No degree required

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Cindavi is seeking a Hydraulics Systems Designer to own hydraulic systems and test circuits for industrial factory equipment. This remote Midwest role offers independence to drive design work from concept through completion within a collaborative five-person engineering team.

You will partner with mechanical, controls, and electrical colleagues to deliver integrated solutions, with five years of experience preferred; relocation support is provided and occasional travel about one week per quarter.