Poclain Hydraulics is a worldwide leader in hydrostatic transmission of power by integrating our unique and patented technology in off-road mobile equipment applications.
Poclain Hydraulics specializes in design, manufacture, and sales of:
Hydrostatic transmission and associated engineering services.
High torque cam-lobe radial piston motors.
Some of our markets include construction, material handling, and agriculture. We have over 50 years of experience in power transmissions using high torque cam-lobe motors. R&D represents 6% of turnover with 60 researchers and 60 inventions protected by 230 patents in France and around the world. In order to provide the most complete customer support possible, Poclain Hydraulics has established a manufacturing and sales network covering six continents. Currently, there are 8 production sites located in the U.S., France ,Czech Republic,India, Slovenia, China and India. 24 sales subsidiaries throughout the world, and over 150 Distributors and Agents
Application Engineer Responsibilities:
Work with Poclain sales force to define requirements and design world class hydraulic systems for customers in construction, agriculture, mining and industrial segments
Size/design open and closed loop hydraulic transmission systems utilizing Poclain’s internal sizing tools
Serve as an internal and external expert in hydraulic system sizing, design and application
Generate full system schematics and BOMs (pumps, motors, valves and electronics) to meet the needs of each application
Calculate component lifetimes utilizing Poclain’s internal life tools
Promote Poclain’s products/systems through on site customer visits and product presentations in assigned territory
Work with internal test team to provide onsite testing and data acquisition for business critical prototypes in assigned territory
Manage internal projects for custom designs to meet the needs of today’s demanding customers
Manage distributor and end user information in Poclain’s internal Customer Relationship Management system
Manage relationships with internal sales force, external distributors and end users
20% to 25% travel expected to assigned territory within North America
Travel to Poclain’s headquarters in France required 1 week per year
Background/Qualifications
5+ years in hydraulic system design or related experience; preferably with closed loop hydraulic transmission
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field