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Applications Engineer (Bilingual in Mandarin)

Chicago, IL, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 24 minutes ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $70,000.00 - 95,000.00 per year

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Skills

Bilingual
Engineering Support
Management
Sales Operations
Mentorship
Application Development
Sales
Technical Writing
Presentations
Fluency
Mandarin Chinese
Communication
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Hydraulics
Mechanical Engineering
Customer Facing
Software Engineering
SolidWorks
Onboarding
Technical Training
Training
Collaboration
Customer Support
Customer Engagement
Insurance
Life Insurance

Summary

RFA Engineering (;/strong> is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are currently supporting one of our clients in the industrial equipment and hydraulics space in their search for a senior-level Applications Engineer.

This is a direct hire opportunity where the selected candidate will join our client's engineering team and work closely with both engineering and sales functions to support customer applications and deliver technical solutions.

Applications Engineer I

The Applications Engineer I is responsible for supporting technical efforts related to hydraulic components and systems, working with internal teams to understand customer application requirements and assist in delivering effective solutions.

This is an entry-level, customer-facing engineering role that combines foundational engineering knowledge with application-based problem solving and sales support. The role is designed to develop into a fully capable applications engineer through hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to real-world applications.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with solid engineering fundamentals, a willingness to learn hydraulics and application engineering, and the ability to collaborate across technical and commercial teams in a global environment.

Responsibilities
Support application engineering efforts for hydraulic systems and components
Assist in gathering and analyzing customer requirements
Support application development, troubleshooting, and system validation
Collaborate with sales teams to support technical solutions and proposals
Assist in preparing technical documentation, presentations, and supporting materials
Work with internal engineering teams to help define product configurations
Support troubleshooting and resolution of customer application issues
Participate in technical training and onboarding with global engineering teams
Collaborate with global teams, including coordination with engineering resources outside the U.S.
Travel to customer sites as required (~10% domestic travel)

Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Fluent in Mandarin REQUIRED
Willingness to travel internationally for training (including China)
At least one engineering internship or equivalent hands-on experience
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn quickly and apply engineering fundamentals to real-world applications
Ability to work in a team-oriented, customer-focused environment
Must be located near the greater Chicago area or willing to relocate
Must be able to work onsite (not remote)

Desired Attributes
Exposure to hydraulics or fluid power systems
Internship or project experience in mechanical systems or off-highway equipment
Interest in customer-facing or applications engineering roles
CAD experience (SolidWorks or similar)
Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Additional Details
Onsite work environment based in the greater Chicago area
Entry-level role with structured onboarding and technical training
Opportunity for international training and collaboration with global teams
Travel requirements include limited domestic travel and initial international training
Flexible work schedule with coordination required to support global teams

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

About the Client

Our client is a global provider of hydraulic components and systems supporting OEMs across industries such as construction, agriculture, and heavy equipment. With a growing presence in North America, the organization is focused on expanding its engineering and customer support capabilities to better serve key accounts.

The company offers a collaborative environment where engineers work closely with customers and internal teams to develop application-specific solutions. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to both technical execution and customer engagement within a rapidly evolving and expanding organization.

Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary ($70,000 - $95,000), commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package provided by the client
Competitive salary
Bonus opportunity for team and individual performance
Insurance options include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability plans
Employer paid life insurance
Health Savings option available with employer contribution
Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
Monthly allowances for phone, car, home office use
401(k) match - 100% match for 4% salary
Company credit for work expenses

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
Dice Id: 80183333
Position Id: 46695cd98c798aa72602bbfc5079634a
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