Engineer II- Hydraulic Applications

Role Responsibilities:

Drive customer‑focused innovation by applying advanced engineering tools and methods to develop hydraulic filtration solutions.

Translate customer requirements into clear product concepts, performance targets, and technical proposals.

Lead product development from design and analysis through validation, testing, and production release.

Support existing products through design updates, material changes, and continuous improvement activities.

Manage test programs to ensure products meet performance, durability, and regulatory expectations.

Provide design guidance to internal teams and OEM customers throughout the development cycle.

Identify new technology opportunities and support Donaldson’s intellectual property strategy.

Stay current on emerging hydraulic technologies, materials, and industry standards.

Collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Engineering through customer visits and technical consultations.

Educate others on filtration principles and tools as part of a market‑leading organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

3+ years of professional engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with hydraulic systems

Filtration knowledge or industry experience

Background in automotive, heavy equipment, or mobile machinery

Familiarity with APQP or similar structured product development processes

Experience working within IATF or ISO/TS certified systems

Strong collaboration skills, self‑motivation, and professional confidence

Effective communication skills across all levels, including customer‑facing interactions

Demonstrated project management capability

TRAVEL: Up to 15% (primarily U.S., with occasional international travel)

Annual Salary Range: $76,400 - $105,050 annually. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to applicable work experience, training, education, performance.

Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves (including paid parental leave) and more.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:

Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).

Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans

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