Job Title: Hydraulic Design Engineer

Job Description

Join a leading local manufacturer known for its outstanding reputation and innovative products. We specialize in producing sewage and vacuum tank trucks for municipalities across the nation. Be a part of a dynamic team committed to excellence in hydraulic design.

Responsibilities

• Design hydraulic systems for new and existing products.
• Use engineering tools to analyze hydraulic systems to meet pressure, flow, safety, and quality requirements.
• Communicate and coordinate with suppliers to develop specifications for products and components.
• Develop project plans with input from engineering, marketing, and production teams.
• Collaborate with production, manufacturing engineering, lab supervision, marketing, service, and engineering personnel during project implementation.
• Prepare and review complete engineering change packages, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Utilize departmental CAD systems and office software according to company standards.
• Coordinate project activities and report progress to engineering, marketing, and production teams.
• Participate in the cost reduction process as necessary.
• Evaluate products or modifications to determine performance success and user satisfaction, which may include travel to field locations or trade shows.
• Perform other duties, assignments, and special projects as required.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in design and/or engineering.
• Experience with mobile equipment, project management, and engineering management.
• Proficiency in 2D schematics; AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• General computer literacy.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach.
• Ability to design entire hydraulic systems and select components.
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with complex hydraulic systems.

Work Environment

Work primarily takes place in an office and troubleshooting bay. Expectation is to be onsite five days a week, with the opportunity for twenty remote working days. The average team tenure is high, reflecting a stable and supportive environment. There is frequent interaction with installers and operators, providing variation in problem-solving and design requirements.