As pioneers and global leader, Hiab is ambitious to write forward our success story, inspiring and shaping our industry. The world in which we operate with our class-leading products, intelligent services and innovative digital solutions is constantly changing.
You will be part of
Hiab offers a variety of different career possibilities for different backgrounds and ambitions, so whatever your passion is, we may just have the job for you! We want to bring in new expertise and fresh ideas, while providing our existing employees with new and interesting career opportunities. Your talent, experience and passion may just be what we seek or need to shape the future of Hiab and our industry. We offer as well:
Employees First way of life: all of us should experience Easiness, Empowerment and Excellence every day at work
Comprehensive benefit package including; health, vision, dental, company-paid & voluntary life insurance upon first day of employment
401k program with 6% company match
Personal time off and company-paid holidays
Opportunities for career growth and competitive salary commensurate with experience
Paid training
Company mentoring program
Tuition reimbursement for job-related continued education
Referral Program
You may also be provided with a company cell phone, laptop and/or credit card, all to be used for the purpose of conducting company business
Purpose of the position
The lead engineer brings a strong background in mechanical engineering, with specific experience in designing, testing, and implementing OEM product improvement projects. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our products meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and safety.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Design and Development: Develop innovative mechanical and hydraulic systems for OEM equipment, including detailed design, modeling, and structural analysis
Project Execution: Lead and manage projects from concept through production, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards
Testing and Validation: Conduct testing and validation of designs, utilizing both simulation software and physical prototypes to ensure product performance and durability
Collaboration: Work closely with other engineers, manufacturing teams, QC, supply chain, and other internal stakeholders to integrate mechanical systems into overall product designs
Documentation: Create and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including specifications, drawings, and reports
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process and product improvements, and implement changes to enhance efficiency, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Maintain a pipeline of current and future Improvement projects
Technical Support: Provide technical support and expertise to external & internal customers, and field service teams, addressing and resolving any issues related to mechanical and hydraulic systems

EDUCATION:

Minimum B.Sc in Mechanical Engineering (M.Sc preferred)

WORKING EXPERIENCE:

10+ years of experience from a relevant field in OEM product design
Design knowledge of mobile, load handling equipment and/or Heavy Equipment or Automotive OEM environments
Experience with project management tools and methodologies
Familiarity with transportation industry standards (FMVSS) and industry standards related to mechanical and hydraulic systems

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

Technical Skills: Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks - preferred, Autodesk, or equiv), FEA analysis (Ansys a plus), and hydraulic system design
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, structural design & analysis, materials science, engineering standards, and manufacturing processes
Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues and to innovate component & system level designs

Please refer the Job description for details