Senior Engineer - Hydraulics

Komatsu

Peoria (IL)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Paid time off

Employee learning & development

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

Komatsu in Peoria, Illinois seeks a Senior Engineer - Hydraulics to lead and execute hydraulic system design and validation for mobile equipment. You will collaborate with controls, software and mechanical teams to deliver robust hydraulic architectures and integrate with vehicle networks, while driving Lean principles and Change Management across projects.

The role requires 12+ years in hydraulic design, a BS in Engineering (MS preferred), and proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, AMESim or

Qualifications

Sound knowledge of fluid power fundamentals and controls technologies.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering; MS preferred.
12+ years' experience in engineering design with hydraulic systems.
Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, AMESim and/or Automation Studio.
CAD tool proficiency desired.
Lean Engineering and Change Management experience preferred.
International assignments a plus.
Professional registrations or society memberships beneficial.

Responsibilities

Lead or perform engineering projects to develop, maintain and support components, systems, products and/or services per market demands.
Plan engineering evaluations with investigations, calculations and tests, with guidance only in controversial cases.
Provide conceptual and strategic solutions for engineering projects or evaluations.
Design and validate hydraulic systems supporting vehicle functions and integration with high‑bandwidth networks.
Collaborate with controls, software and mechanical teams on hydromechanical architectures.
Assist the project management team in developing the project plan and executing hydraulic design and validation.

Skills

Fluid power fundamentals

Controls technologies

Lean Engineering

Change Management

International assignments

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

AMESim

Automation Studio

CAD tools

Job description

Senior Engineer - Hydraulics

8/4/26 Peoria, Illinois, USA, 61639 36179 Onsite Position

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Job Overview

Lead or perform in engineering projects to develop, maintain and support components, systems, products and/or services per market demands, as well as for continual process improvements. Perform or plan engineering evaluations including investigations, calculations and tests requiring guidance only in controversial circumstances. Provide conceptual and strategic solutions to solve problems that are associated with engineering projects or evaluations.

Key Job Responsibilities

Take responsibility for one's own learning and development for the mutual benefit of one's self and the organization.
Develop and participate in programs for effective communication of engineering issues to ensure compliance with global standards for design and safety of products and services, as well as engineering best practices.
Develop and support improvements to streamline engineering processes used to design, develop, maintain and support components, products, and/or services.
Implement effective Change Management to achieve the desired organizational outcomes by successfully changing individual behaviors as needed.
As a Hydraulic Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and validating the hydraulic systems that support vehicle functions, everything from steering and braking to suspension and hoist. You'll work closely with controls, software, and mechanical teams to develop robust, scalable hydraulic architectures that integrate seamlessly with high-bandwidth vehicle networks and over-the-air update frameworks.
You will also be responsible for assisting the project management team in developing the project plan and executing the hydraulic system design and validation.

Qualifications/Requirements

Sound knowledge of fluid power fundamentals and controls technologies.
Certified Fluid Power Engineer or Specialist is desired.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant discipline, required (MS preferred).
12+ years' experience in engineering design, machine application, mining industry, highly focused on hydraulic systems and components in mobile equipment, desired,
Proficient in the use of simulation software such as Matlab/Simulink, AMESim and/or Automation Studio, highly desired.
Proficient in the use of computer-aided design (CAD) tools, desired.
Participation in implementing Lean Engineering principles, desired.
Participation in effective Change Management implementation, highly desired.
Experience in international assignment(s), required.
Professional registration and/or membership in committees and/or technical societies, beneficial.

Additional Information

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $115,000 - $135,000. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
401k and/or employee savings programs
Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
Employee and family assistance programs
Disability benefits
Life insurance
Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.