Systems integrator for mobile OEM hydraulics, electric drives, and controls
Kraft Mobile Systems is a 50-person systems integrator founded in 1972, focused on hydraulic drives, electric powertrains, and electronic controls for mobile equipment OEMs. The company is actively hiring across engineering (mid-level focus) and sales, with project work centered on hydraulic system development and electrical control design—typical of a manufacturer scaling technical delivery capacity. Pain-point data reveals internal friction around business capture and margin defense, suggesting sales execution and operational efficiency are growth constraints.
Kraft Mobile Systems engineers and integrates complete drive and control solutions for small- to mid-size mobile equipment manufacturers. The product portfolio spans mobile hydraulics, planetary gearboxes, hydrostatic transmissions, electronic controls, and filtration systems, with repair and testing services. The company operates from Strongsville, Ohio, and maintains partnerships with suppliers including Sauer-Danfoss and Rexroth. Customers are OEMs building mobile machinery where mechanical efficiency and electronic integration directly impact machine performance and end-customer satisfaction.
Engineering and design tools: AutoCAD Mechanical, Inventor, PLC, C/C++, and XML/HTML. Office productivity: Microsoft Office suite. No recent tech transitions (adopting/replacing) in the data.
Core projects include hydraulic system development, electrical control system design, client system start-ups, and system troubleshooting/commissioning. Support work spans inventory management and engineering collateral acquisition.
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