Senior Application Engineer

Our Sales Department is looking for a Senior Application Engineer to join our technical-commercial team. The ideal candidate will act as a high-level strategic consultant bridging the gap between complex engineering requirements and business-oriented solutions. We are looking for a professional with deep expertise in hydraulics leadership qualities and a proven ability to manage custom projects for major OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers).

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic System Design & Consultancy: Oversee and validate system design requests from the field ensuring that proposed solutions are optimized for specific machine applications and aligned with global business objectives.
• Advanced Circuit Development: Design sophisticated hydraulic circuits and integrated electro-hydraulic control systems interfacing with advanced OEM hydraulic and electronic architectures.
• Advanced Simulation & Validation: Lead circuit and system simulation activities to validate critical solutions before implementation effectively reducing time-to-market and technical risks.
• R&D Leadership & Insight: Act in close relationship with the R&D department for new product development but also for providing strategic market insights to influence the roadmap for new products and emerging technologies.
• Tier-2 Technical Troubleshooting: Resolve the most complex system issues providing high-level technical support and coordinating urgent field interventions when necessary.
• Strategic Project Management: Manage the full lifecycle of complex custom projects from budgetary costing and financial feasibility to timeline and risk management.
• Key Account Relationship Management: Build and consolidate high-level technical relationships with decision-makers at major OEMs and key industry stakeholders.
• Vertical Market Solution Development: Identify and develop technology packages for dedicated markets in alignment with global sales and growth strategies.
• Mentoring & Training: Serve as a mentor to junior team members; lead advanced Customer Tech Days and represent the company as a technical expert at international exhibitions and summits.
• Compliance & Quality Oversight: Support and oversee product or factory-specific audits to ensure adherence to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

Qualifications :

• Education: Masters Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Mechatronics or a related field).
• Industry Experience: Extensive proven track record (typically 7-10 years) in the application of hydraulic systems within the mobile equipment market.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Mastery of hydraulic valves and integrated manifold systems.
  • Deep knowledge of electro-hydraulic systems specifically for mobile machinery.
  • Strong proficiency in electronics and Fieldbus systems (e.g. CAN-bus).
• Commercial Acumen: Significant previous experience in a technical sales or commercial environment with the ability to balance technical excellence with profitability.
• Software Proficiency: Computer literate with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office; extensive experience with MRP/ERP systems is essential.
• Language Skills: Full professional proficiency in English and Italian (both verbal and written) with the ability to negotiate and present complex concepts to international audiences.

Soft Skills & Requirements

• Advanced Problem Solving: Superior analytical skills to define complex problems and identify the optimal balance between technical performance and cost-efficiency.
• Leadership & Organization: Proven ability to prioritize multiple high-stakes activities lead cross-functional teams and meet rigorous deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Mobility: Full willingness to travel extensively for customer consultations international exhibitions and on-site technical support.

Additional Information :

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time