Sr. Design Engineer, Advanced

Job Description:Senior Design Engineer – AdvancedAt Milwaukee Tool, our people and our culture are the secrets to our success. In the Plumbing & Electrical Advanced Hydraulics group, we are transforming the way users interact with high‑pressure fluid systems through innovation in hydraulic mechanisms, advanced valves, electromechanical control, and next‑generation system architectures.Behind our doors, you’ll be empowered to own it, drive it, and deliver breakthroughs—with the autonomy to move fast and the support of one of the fastest‑growing brands in the industry.Your Role:The Senior Design Engineer uses highly developed engineering expertise and independent project‑driving abilities to design, analyze, and validate advanced hydraulic systems and mechanisms. You will lead technical development for new products and technologies, including valve systems, electromechanical actuation, and pump systems, while also supporting and improving existing platforms.This role is ideal for someone who is a self‑starter, thrives in ambiguity, and can take projects from concept to delivery with minimal oversight—a requirement also reflected in Milwaukee Tool’s expectations for autonomy and leadership in senior engineering roles.You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:Serve as the chief technical resource for hydraulic system & accessory design on mid‑ to high‑complexity projectsLead architecture development, modeling, prototyping, testing, and design reviews with minimal guidanceDefine system‑level requirements for hydraulic and electro‑hydraulic subsystems.Design and optimize high‑pressure fluid circuits, valve geometries, flow controls, pump mechanisms, hydraulic tool accessories, and sealing strategiesPerform detailed engineering analysis, including fluid dynamics, tolerance stack‑ups, material selection, & mechanical stress & fatigueDevelop and maintain simulation models (CFD, FEA, or equivalent) to predict system performanceEstablish detailed test regimens for components and assemblies with minimal guidance, including hydraulic performance characterization, durability testing, and electromechanical integration validationWork closely with test lab personnel to develop tests & analyze resultsDrive root‑cause analysis and corrective actions for field, lab, and reliability issuesProvide clear engineering information to project leaders, advanced engineering, and global engineering teamsPartner closely with manufacturing engineering to ensure robust production processes and assembly requirementsCollaborate with suppliers to define capabilities, tolerances, and performance expectations for hydraulic componentsDrive ideation, concept development, and proof‑of‑concept builds for electro‑hydraulic systemsSupport front‑end innovation efforts and contribute insights into future products and technology roadmaps.Serve as a mentor and technical guide to junior engineersInfluence cross‑functional teams through strong communication and technical clarityMaintain professionalism and focus in fast‑paced environments with shifting prioritiesWhat TOOLS you’ll bring with you:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, or equivalent; Master’s preferred5+ years of product design experience including ownership of complex fluid, mechanical, or electromechanical assembliesStrong proficiency in 3D CAD (Creo, SolidWorks, NX) and experience with FEAHands‑on experience in hydraulic systems, including pumps, valves, and flow‑control elementsDeep mechanical aptitude, strong understanding of engineering materials, and associated manufacturing processesDemonstrated ability to lead engineering efforts with a high degree of autonomy and proactivenessPreferred QualificationsExperience with electromechanical actuators, sensors, solenoid valves, and embedded‑controlled hydraulic systemsFamiliarity with CFD tools or hydraulic simulation frameworksExperience overseeing durable consumer or industrial product design from conception to marketMilwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.SummaryLocation: Brookfield, WIType: Full time