Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Research and Development engineering team to achieve project goals and objectives.

• Implement strategic plans for research and development projects while keeping in alignment with company objectives.

• Identify emerging technologies and trends relevant to the pump and heavy equipment industry and recommend innovations.

• Oversee the design, development, and testing of diesel-engine-powered systems and heavy equipment.

• Perform and review FEA to optimize designs for performance, durability, and manufacturability.

• Ensure adherence to and management of engineering change request (ECR) processes.

• Lead and manage engineering change requests and subsequent engineering change orders.

• Manage product data through SolidWorks PDM.

• Allocate resources effectively to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and teamwork within the R&D department.

• Evaluate the feasibility and potential impact of new ideas, products, and technologies.

• Ensure all designs and products are compliant with regulatory requirements and industry standards (DOT, EPA, CPB, HI, etc.).

• Provide mentorship, training, and performance evaluations for engineering team members.

• Assist and assure all testing standards and equipment are in accordance with relevant ISO and Hydraulic Institute procedures.

• Support manufacturing and service teams by providing engineering expertise for troubleshooting and product enhancements.

• Assist in the training of other factory personnel on newly introduced products.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Master’s preferred).

• 10+ years of experience in product design, R&D, or engineering management, preferably in the pump or heavy equipment industry.

• Experience with diesel engines, FEA, and heavy equipment design.

Equal Employment Opportunity