Company Description

Bosch Rexroth is one of the world’s leading providers of Drive and Control Technologies. Regardless of the motion task that customers face anywhere in the world, they will always find a Bosch Rexroth team with local experience and the appropriate know-how from more than 30 industries and all drive and control technologies. Our associates take on their customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found. This is what makes Bosch Rexroth a strong, reliable partner for Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering and Factory Automation. As the Drive & Control Company, we develop, produce, and distribute our components and system solutions in over 80 countries.

Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. Our cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. For almost 35 years, Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. has been producing the most innovative elector-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets.

Job Description

The Graduate Specialist Program – Design Engineering is a full-time rotational development program designed for high-potential engineers who aspire to grow into future technical and managerial leaders within HydraForce, a Bosch company.Over  the duration of the program, you will complete four strategically designed rotations that provide broad exposure across engineering and operations. This immersive experience builds deep technical expertise, cross-functional business acumen, and leadership readiness — preparing you for a challenging specialist or project leadership role within Design Engineering upon successful completion.

Together, we lay the foundation for your long-term career success.

What You Can Expect

Structured Rotations

Four personalized rotations, including one at another Bosch facility within the U.S.Exposure to diverse engineering disciplines such as:Valve DesignManufacturing Engineering Product Resource Management (PRM)Quality & PurchasingOpportunity to understand the full product lifecycle — from concept through serial production

Challenging & Impactful Work

Engage in meaningful technical and project-based assignmentsBalance operational execution with strategic problem-solvingTake ownership of deliverables from day one

Executive Mentorship & Development

Dedicated mentor from upper management supporting your professional and personal growthPeer onboarding partner from the current trainee cohortContinuous feedback and development planning throughout the program

Global Networking

Connect with fellow Graduate Specialists and leaders across Bosch locationsBuild a strong internal network across departments and business units

Flexible Start & Permanent Employment

Customized start date aligned with graduation timelineFull-time employment from day oneClear pathway into a long-term Design Engineering role

Responsibilities During the Program

As a Graduate Specialist – Design Engineering, you will:

Assist in the development, testing, and validation of new hydraulic productsSolve complex design challenges by adapting and improving existing productsInterpret technical requirements and translate them into detailed designs for custom hydraulic manifold housings and valvesDevelop and maintain accurate technical drawings and documentationCollaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and purchasing teams to resolve product and process challengesDrive continuous improvement in engineering processes and daily operationsSupport projects from concept through serial production launchDemonstrate increasing ownership and leadership within project teams

The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000 annually

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial DesignGraduation date: 2025 / May 2026 or recent graduate (within 3 years)Minimum GPA of 3.5Master’s degree preferred

Experience

Internship or co-op experience within engineering or manufacturing environmentsExposure to product design, manufacturing processes, or hydraulic systems preferred

Skills & Attributes

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesDemonstrated initiative and intellectual curiosityClear written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively across teamsAdaptability and willingness to take on new challengesWillingness to travel domestically during rotations

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and move up to 5 pounds without assistanceAbility to sit and work at a computer for extended periods

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in a professional office setting with occasional exposure to manufacturing environments. Noise levels range from quiet to moderate.

The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000 annually

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only.  Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

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FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)AWIM (A World In Motion)