JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.
You will play a key role by assisting design engineers with multiple tasks involving the mechanical engineering functions in the Design Team. Through this position, you will become familiar with JLG engineering process, tools, and hydraulic systems for booms and scissors.
What you'd do
- Select parts or components for quality conscious design, i.e., weight, cost, reliability, and ease of manufacturing.
- Prepare vehicle component layouts using Creo and other CAD software
- Read and understand hydraulic schematics for boom and scissor models.
- Generate engineering calculations of flow, pressure, performance estimations, etc.
- prepare vehicle component layouts using Creo and other CAD software.
- Consult with suppliers, customers, and internal departments to find solutions to problems.
- Perform or assist in the testing of complete vehicles or vehicle components.
- Use, develop and exercise design tools.
- Analyze hydraulic test data and prototype test data for performance information.
What they want
- Student working towards a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, mechanical or related engineering degree.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- 3D Modeling and Drafting experience preferred.
- Willingness to be hands on within various project phases, as needed.
- This role combines office-based administrative duties with physical activity in field or production environments.
- In the office setting, tasks may require extended computer use, sitting, and attending meetings.
- Field or floor work may involve walking across various terrains or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.
- Must be able to shift focus between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks as needed.
- Starts
- 2026-09-15