Job Description

ARi, headquartered in East Peoria, IL, USA, is a rapidly expanding global engineering enterprise. The essence of our “i” symbolizes our distinctiveness from competitors – an embodiment of innovation, intelligence, ingenuity, and insight. Boasting a diverse team of over 1,500 engineering experts hailing from various nations and cultures across the globe, we are excellently poised to provide intricate and personalized resolutions to our esteemed clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and develop hydraulic powerpack systems, including packaging and integration of key subsystems.
• Lead integration of engine, transmission, cooling systems, exhaust systems, and chassis components within powerpack modules.
• Perform structural design and validation using Creo and simulation tools to ensure performance, durability, and reliability.
• Develop and review electrical wiring harness designs and interpret electrical schematics for system integration.
• Support electrification initiatives by working on power electronics components and associated systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration and resolve design and performance issues.
• Participate in design reviews, provide technical recommendations, and drive continuous improvement in design processes.
• Support development activities in defense-related powerpack applications (if applicable).

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field required.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience in powerpack design, system integration, or related engineering roles.
• Prior experience in hydraulic powerpack design and packaging is required.
• Experience in defense-related powerpack systems is a plus.
• Experience working with electrification and power electronics systems is preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship or Green Card preferred due to the nature (defense) of the work.

Required Skills

• Strong expertise in hydraulic powerpack design and system packaging.
• In-depth knowledge of engine, transmission, cooling, exhaust, and chassis integration.
• Proficiency in Creo for 3D modeling and Creo Simulate for structural analysis.
• Experience in structural design, durability analysis, and mechanical validation.
• Hands-on experience in electrical wiring harness design and schematic interpretation.
• Understanding of power electronics and electrification systems.
• Strong technical knowledge across multiple design domains (mechanical, electrical integration).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead technical problem-solving efforts.