Aggressive Hydraulics, Inc · 1 week ago
Hydraulic Applications & Product Specialist
Isanti, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$55K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expAggressive Hydraulics, Inc. is a leading distributor of high-performance hydraulic cylinders. The Hydraulic Applications & Product Specialist will serve as a key technical resource for customers, assisting in the selection and design of hydraulic cylinders tailored to specific applications.
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Responsibilities
Serve as technical contact for customers and internal team members regarding hydraulic cylinder selection, troubleshooting, and design support
Interpret customer needs by reviewing equipment specifications, photos, measurements, or part numbers to recommend the correct replacement or cross-compatible cylinders
Collaborate with customers and manufacturing partners to design new cylinders that meet specific performance, mounting, and dimensional needs
Gather customer feedback and market insights to help drive product development and identify opportunities for new or improved hydraulic cylinder, accessories, and component offerings
Work closely with the sales, purchasing, and operations teams to turn customer needs into product solutions — ensuring accurate specifications, documentation, and setup for new items
Provide application support and technical insights on hydraulic systems (telescopic, single-acting, double-acting, and custom configurations)
Handle quoting, order entry, and follow-up to ensure customer satisfaction and project completion
Stay current on hydraulic technology, system design trends, and manufacturer updates
Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience working with hydraulic systems, preferably in the construction equipment, trucking, or heavy machinery industry
Deep understanding of hydraulic systems and cylinder function, repair, and design principles
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate technical details into customer-friendly explanations
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting
Ability to read, translate, and understand blueprints
Preferred
Experience designing or specifying cylinders for custom applications is a strong plus
Prior experience in a shop or field service environment preferred
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) is a plus
Benefits
Medical insurance through Medica + free in-home acute health care and on-job site health care through Nice for those enrolled on company's medical plan.
100% employer paid Health Partners Dental insurance for single and family (if enrolled on medical plan).
100% employer paid premiums for Long-Term Disability and $50,000 life insurance policy.
401K
Additionally, full-time employees receive competitive Paid Time Off
Company
Aggressive Hydraulics, Inc
Our mission is to design, engineer and manufacture purpose-built hydraulic cylinders and components that exceed expectations, outperform the competition and provide business-building opportunities for our customers.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Paul Johnson
Founder, President & CEO
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