Company Description
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled
Product Development – Hydraulics Spiral Hose Design Engineer
to join our Fluid Handling Solutions team in Aguascalientes, Mexico. In this role, you will be responsible for the
design, development, and industrialization of high‑pressure spiral hydraulic hoses , ensuring that hose construction, materials, processes, and fittings are translated into robust product performance that meets customer and industry requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead the
design and development of spiral hydraulic hoses , including reinforcement architecture, layer construction, and dimensional definition Apply
spiral hose design principles
to meet pressure, impulse, fatigue, and durability requirements Develop spiral designs to balance mechanical
performance, flexibility, and robustness
while considering operating conditions, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards Translate spiral hose
design concepts into industrialized solutions , ensuring manufacturability and process robustness for series manufacturing Define and evaluate
material selections
(rubber compounds, reinforcements, wire, covers) and its influence on
process capability and product performance Interpret
FEA simulations
to support hose design and correlate simulation results with physical testing Create and maintain
basic CAD designs
for hoses and fittings, including interfaces and assembly considerations that influences systems performances Collaborate closely with manufacturing, process engineering, testing,



and quality teams to ensure smooth
design-to-production transfer Translate hose design, manufacturing processes, and fitting concepts into
clear performance characteristics
such as pressure rating, impulse life, flexibility, and durability Support product validation through testing analysis, failure investigations, and design optimization Support verification and validation activities , including test definition, problem solving and design optimization for continuous improvement
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including
design guidelines, specifications , and technical reports Ensure compliance with applicable
industry standards and customer requirements
for hydraulic hose spiral products Provide technical support to internal stakeholders and production teams during industrialization and series production Provide technical support for spiral hoses process adaptation and ramp up
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred 5 years or more of experience in
hydraulic spiral hose design and development and/or spiral hose processes Strong understanding of
spiral reinforcement design principles
and high-pressure hydraulic hose performance Experience translating
hose designs into industrialized manufacturing solutions Solid understanding of
material behavior
and its influence on hose processing and performance Experience in interpreting FEA simulation results to support hydraulic hose design decisions and correlate simulations with physical testing Basic proficiency in
CAD design
for hoses and fittings Knowledge of hydraulic hose standards, testing methods, and performance requirements Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, detail-oriented approach Ability to work effectively in cross-functional, international development teams Capability to manage multiple development topics in a fast-paced product development environment
Additional Information

📌 Product development hydraulics spiral hose design engineer (Álvaro Obregón)
🏢 Continental
📍 Álvaro Obregón