Engineering Leadership Development Associate

Engineering Leadership Development Associate

Group: Corporate Group North America

Division: Group Staff

Location: USA CLEVELAND OH NON-ALLOCATED

Job Family : Manufacturing and Production

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Aug 24, 2026

Job ID: 66553

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The Engineering Leadership Development Associate (Engineering LDA) is a role that combines the development aspects of Parker's Leader Development Program (LDP/Program) with the general duties of a Parker Engineer I. The Engineering LDA's primary duties will involve taking on real-world challenges by leveraging teamwork, engineering skills, problem-solving abilities, initiative, leadership, project management, and effective communication, incorporating Program aspects to support decision-making processes that will impact our long-term future.

The Program involves rotations where the Leadership Development Associates (LDAs) will work in a variety of roles, in a competitive training and hands-on leadership program designed to provide knowledge, and experience with using their discretion and independent judgment related to their skillsets to support the business. Leadership training and development experiences occur with the goal to develop skillsets in supervision, team leadership, and management. While in program, rotational assignments are structured to expose participants to coaching/mentoring from other professionals from the organization, different business divisions, facilities, and managers nation-wide.

PROGRAM DETAILS:

• Duration: 1-2 years
• Structure: 1-4 rotational assignments
• Rotations'' length: 6-12 months each
• Relocation requirements: The assignments will likely require relocation. Geographic flexibility is required during the program
• Onsite Work

SCOPE/SUPERVISION AND INTERACTION:

__ Has Direct Reports X__ Does Not Have Direct Reports

Some contact with applicants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

In addition to various leadership development activities and tasks related to the Program, the LDA will perform direct responsibilities related to the rotational Engineering assignment, depending on the track.

Product Development Track

The program will accelerate learning and appreciation of new product development through cross-functional and cross-group exposure and will ensure new college grads develop skills for career progression through Parker Hannifin

• Research, evaluate and recommend viable solutions to business issues

• Work on a division, group, and/or peer team to complete assigned projects

• Complete and present team projects to stakeholders

• Present technical data to teammates

• Complete multiple technology courses and training programs

• Design, testing, integration, and qualification of Parker products

Manufacturing / Automation Track

The program will accelerate learning and appreciation of manufacturing processes through cross-functional and cross-group exposure and will ensure new college grads develop skills for career progression through Parker Hannifin.

• Assist in equipment design activities utilizing engineering background and lead individual capstone project

• Engage in advanced/complex problem solving using Six Sigma methods/tools.

• Perform analysis and develop methods for controlling production quality and costs.

• Design and improve manufacturing/production methods and/or control systems using new, existing, or modified machinery and equipment. Design tools and equipment as necessary.

• Introduce or recommend changes to design/build methods, safety measures, and equipment reliability

• Design and layout of machines and production lines.

Optimize existing and/or new equipment solutions through application of lean, quality, simulation and advanced manufacturing (i.e., robotics, additive, controls, etc.)

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering with focus in one or more of the following engineering disciplines: Aerospace, Agricultural, Biomechanical, Chemical, Controls, Electrical, Engineering Physics, Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical, or Systems.
• Must be willing and able to relocate
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or better
• Excellent verbal and written communication; project management experience preferred
• Ability to work autonomously and in a group
• Robotics experience is a plus
• Must be able to work without sponsorship/ Incumbent MUST be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident ["green card" holders] or have refugee or asylee status as this role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION:

• Pay Range: $60,600/annually to $115,000/annually reflecting variations based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

BENEFIT & RETIRMENT PLANS:

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Relocation benefits as applicable

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.

"Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

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