Hydraulic Division Rotational Program

Description

HYDAC is a family-owned and operated business with a vibrant and rewarding work environment for employees across the country. Our goal is to provide high-quality products, components, and services that meet our customers’ needs while remaining committed to the protection and preservation of our environment. HYDAC’s passionate team designs and manufactures a comprehensive range of innovative and reliable solutions optimized to meet the demands of our customers.

The Hydraulic Division Rotational Program provides a structured pathway for recent graduates to accelerate their technical, professional, and leadership development while gaining hands-on experience with real-world customer applications and innovative technologies.

Over a three-year training and development program , participants will rotate through key areas of the business, which may include:

• Engineering Testing
• Quality
• Manufacturing
• Design Engineering
• Vehicle Systems Development
• Hydraulic Application Engineering

Through hands-on assignments, mentorship from experienced industry professionals, customer engagement, and cross-functional projects, participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of the product and system lifecycle—from concept and design through testing, validation, production, and field implementation.

The program is designed to develop the Application Engineering Leaders of Tomorrow , providing participants with the technical knowledge, systems-thinking capabilities, problem-solving skills, and customer-focused mindset needed to contribute to the development of next-generation hydraulic and electrified machine solutions.

Participants will follow a structured rotation schedule through major HYDAC functions. The program may also include an international rotation in Germany for approximately three months , providing valuable exposure to HYDAC’s global operations and engineering organization.

What You Will Do

During the program, you will:

• Complete hands-on assignments within multiple HYDAC functional areas.
• Gain exposure to engineering, manufacturing, quality, testing, and hydraulic application processes.
• Support cross-functional projects and initiatives.
• Apply engineering principles to real-world products and customer applications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Develop an understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Analyze technical information, procedures, professional publications, and applicable regulations.
• Develop reports, business correspondence, technical documentation, and procedures.
• Build effective working relationships with distributors, Regional Sales Managers, customers, and cross-functional teams.
• Develop technical and professional skills through mentorship, training, and hands-on experience.
• Take ownership of assigned projects and demonstrate initiative in identifying and solving problems.

Requirements

To be considered for the Hydraulic Division Rotational Program you must have the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Mechanical Engineering degree preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with computer-based systems and software.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and quality processes and capabilities.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical information and documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively across functions.
• Self-starter with a strong desire to learn, develop, and take on new challenges.

HYDAC provides:

• Opportunity to work within a true global organization.
• Structured professional and technical development.
• Exposure to multiple areas of the business through rotational assignments.
• Mentorship from experienced engineering and business professionals.
• International exposure and potential Germany rotation.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Collaborative and friendly work environment.
• Work-life balance.
• Team-building and networking opportunities.

Program Duration

This is a three-year rotational development program designed to provide broad exposure to HYDAC’s engineering, manufacturing, quality, testing, and application functions.

Salary

$75,000 per year to start, with opportunities for salary increases as you progress through the program.

Participants may be eligible for a potential salary increase after approximately three months, based on performance and progress within the program.