Senior Engineer

HC Forklift America Corporation; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 106,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

HC Forklift America Corporation (Rock Hill, SC) is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead durability, performance, and validation testing for forklifts and engines. You will analyze system behavior, diagnose issues, and perform testing for product development and emissions-related certification.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering and at least 2 years in related engine/powertrain work.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering required.
• Minimum 2 years of related engineering experience with internal combustion engines and powertrain systems.
• Experience in product testing, verification, validation, troubleshooting and diagnostics, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with calibration/diagnostic tools such as EDIS or INCA.
• Knowledge of EPA emissions regulations for off-road engines and quality tools like APQP, FMEA, and 8D.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin, with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and support durability, performance and validation testing for forklifts and engines.
• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and data analysis for development and certification projects.
• Investigate quality issues and propose engineering improvements for reliability.
• Support multiple customer programs and engineering projects.
• Develop bilingual technical documentation and training materials.
• Provide technical training to customers, dealers, and internal staff.
• Serve as a technical interface between global engineering teams and customers/dealers.

Skills

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Technical documentation

Customer-facing engineering support

Bilingual English & Mandarin

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering

Tools

EDIS

INCA

Job description

Careers at HC Forklift America Corporation

Why Join Us ?

HC Forklift America Corporation, a subsidiary of Hangcha Group is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. We offer a full line of innovative and reliable material handling equipment. Founded in 1956, Hangcha Group is now ranked 8th on the list of top global material handling equipment manufacturers. Ourhard-working 4,100 employees, across the globe, are one main reason we can claim this rank. We invest in our employees and offer a positive work environment where employees can cultivate their careers and enjoy a diverse company culture. In addition, we offer some of the best benefits and compensation packages in the industry. When employeescome on board, they are joining a growingcompany that is committed to seeingthem succeed. They are joining HC Forklift America Corporation.

Benefits and Compensation

We offer competitive starting wages, with significant incentive compensation and annual earnings potential based upon your role. We’re proud to provide employees with some of the best benefits in our industry and we’re committed to keeping them affordable. This allows our employees to keep more of their paycheck. For example, we offer benefits that cost employees nothing out of their paychecks. The employee-only premium is offered at zero cost to them. This includes medical, dental, vision, and a $25,000 life insurance policy. In addition, we offer term and whole life insurance, cancer, critical illness, accident, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and coverage for the employee’s family at an additional cost. We also offer optional health & wellness benefits.

Inclusive Workplace

We promote an inclusive workplace where each and every person is valued and empowered to bring their best ideas, helping us better serve our dealers and make an impact in our communities. No matter your background, identity, or beliefs, we welcome you to explore a career with us. We celebrate our employees’ unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives, and we want each team member to feel heard and appreciated. This not only enables employees to fulfill their career aspirations but also enables us to achieve business success and empower the communities we serve.

Current Job Openings

Whether you’re a professional in the material handling industry looking to take your career to the next level or a fresh college graduate just getting started, we offer unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement.

Location: Rock Hill, SC

Job Id:192

# of Openings:0

Job Title: Senior Engineer

Department: Customer Care

Reports To: Director of Customer Care

Job Type: Full-Time Onsite, Salaried Exempt

Position Summary

HC Forklift America Corporation (Rock Hill, SC) seeks Senior Engineer to conduct and support durability, performance and validation testing for forklifts and internal combustion engines, including evaluation of system functionality and operating behavior; perform diagnostics and troubleshooting and execute testing activities for product development, engineering verification, and emissions-related certification, including analysis of engineering data to identify failures, inefficiencies, and abnormal conditions; investigate and resolve quality and compliance issues and recommend engineering improvements to enhance product performance and reliability; support and manage multiple customer programs and engineering projects; develop and maintain bilingual technical documentation, including test procedures, validation reports, engineering analyses, training materials, and best practices; provide technical training to customers, dealers, and internal personnel to support product application and usage; and serve as a technical interface between engineering team in China, customers, dealers, internal teams, and global engineering partners. Requires at least a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, or a related field; minimum 2 years of experience in a related engineering position involving internal combustion engines and powertrain systems; experience must include work in product testing, verification, validation, troubleshooting and diagnostics, technical documentation, and customer-facing engineering support. Proficiency in calibration or diagnostic tools, such as EDIS or INCA; EPA emissions regulations applicable to internal combustion engines and off-road equipment; and quality tools and methodologies, including APQP, FMEA, and 8D Methodology. Proficiency in both English and Mandarin.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and support durability, performance and validation testing for forklifts and internal combustion engines, including evaluation of system functionality and operating behavior;
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting and execute testing activities for product development, engineering verification, and emissions-related certification, including analysis of engineering data to identify failures, inefficiencies, and abnormal conditions;
• Investigate and resolve quality and compliance issues and recommend engineering improvements to enhance product performance and reliability;
• Support and manage multiple customer programs and engineering projects;
• Develop and maintain bilingual technical documentation, including test procedures, validation reports, engineering analyses, training materials, and best practices;
• Provide technical training to customers, dealers, and internal personnel to support product application and usage;
• And serve as a technical interface between engineering team in China, customers, dealers, internal teams, and global engineering partners.

Required Qualifications

• At least a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, or a related field;
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a related engineering position involving internal combustion engines and powertrain systems;
• Experience must include work in product testing, verification, validation, troubleshooting and diagnostics, technical documentation, and customer-facing engineering support;
• Proficiency in calibration or diagnostic tools, such as EDIS, or INCA;
• Proficiency in EPA emissions regulations applicable to internal combustion engines and off-road equipment; and quality tools and methodologies, including APQP, FMEA, and 8D Methodology.
• Proficiency in both English and Mandarin.
• Salary Range: $106,000-120,000 annually ( based on experience and qualifications)
• Benefits Include:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Additional Information

This job description reflects the current expectations for the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be modified or reassigned at any time to meet the evolving needs of the organization.