Hydraulic Systems Engineer

About the Company

Hydra-Power Systems, Inc. is a leading distributor of hydraulic and pneumatic components, specializing in integrated circuit hydraulic manifolds and custom hydraulic power units. With operations in Portland, Oregon, and Birmingham, Alabama, we supply high-quality fluid power components to industry leaders globally. Our dedicated team of in-house engineers and manufacturing professionals provides creative solutions, from one-off custom projects to high-volume OEM production, making us respected innovators in the field.

About the Role

The Systems Engineer is an individual contributor who develops complete, engineered hydraulic solutions from sales descriptions and sketches. This includes hydraulic and electrical circuit design, mechanical design, and component selection.

Responsibilities

• Translates disparate, incomplete data such as sales notes, sketches, and customer specifications into functional hydraulic machine designs.
• Utilizes a combination of general and specialized CAD software to thoroughly document designs via machining, fabrication, and assembly models and drawings.
• Practices exceptional organization, communication, and storage of project information using multiple data management systems per department policies.
• Directs and coordinates shop personnel in fabrication, assembly, and testing activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and customer specifications.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers and coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related STEM degree and 5+ years of experience in a related field.
• Certified Fluid Power Specialist (CFPS) or International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) certification preferred, but not required.
• Strong understanding of fluid power, manifolds, and electrical control systems.
• Familiarity with HyDraw, MDtools, Autodesk Vault, Inventor, and AutoCAD.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills

The ideal candidate will be experienced in hydraulic and/or electrical system design with strong analytical and drafting skills. This person will be adept at working with cross-functional teams to deliver industrial machinery projects on time and under budget. Strategic problem solver with an ability to prioritize multiple and competing priorities while driving a plan to execution.

Employment Type: Full-time, Hybrid

Reports to: Engineering Manager