Technical Director - Fluid Power & Hydraulic Components

Shanghai Permanent RMB800,000 - RMB1,200,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced role to provide technical leadership across product development, engineering excellence, and innovation initiatives. The successful candidate will shape technology strategy, lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, and drive the development of hydraulic component solutions for global markets.
  • Lead the strategic and technical direction of a high-impact business
  • Join a senior leadership team with significant influence over technology roadmap

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established engineering organisation with a strong reputation for delivering innovative fluid power and hydraulic solutions across multiple industrial sectors. With a commitment to technology leadership, operational excellence, and customer success, the company is investing in its engineering capabilities to support future growth and market expansion.

Job Description

  • Define and execute the technology and engineering strategy for fluid power and hydraulic component products.
  • Lead and mentor engineering, design, testing, and product development teams.
  • Oversee the development of new products from concept through to commercial launch.
  • Drive innovation, performance improvement, reliability enhancement, and cost optimization initiatives.
  • Ensure engineering activities comply with industry standards, quality requirements, and regulatory expectations.
  • Collaborate closely with commercial, manufacturing, operations, and customer-facing teams.
  • Build strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, research institutions, and industry partners.
  • Lead technical problem-solving activities and provide expert guidance on complex engineering challenges.
  • Support business growth through technology differentiation and product portfolio development.

The Successful Applicant

  • Degree qualified (preferably Master's level) in Materials Engineering, Composite Materials, Fluid Power Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Extensive experience within fluid power, hydraulics, hydraulic components, pumps, valves, actuators, cylinders, or related technologies.
  • Proven track record guiding engineering and R&D teams in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of product development processes, engineering standards, and technical governance.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute technology strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
  • Experience working in international and cross-functional environments is highly desirable.
  • Commercial awareness with the ability to translate technical innovation into business value.

What's on Offer

  • Senior leadership position with significant strategic influence.
  • Opportunity to shape the future technology direction of the business.
  • Competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
  • Long-term career development and progression opportunities.
  • Exposure to global customers, innovative technologies, and projects.
  • Collaborative and high-performing engineering culture.
  • Opportunity to make a lasting impact on product innovation and business growth.
Contact
Skye Ye
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7105914
Phone number
+8621 6026 8046

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Engineering Design, R&D and NPI
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Skye Ye
Consultant phone
+8621 6026 8046
Job Reference
JN-092026-7105914

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.