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Technical Specialist - Hydraulic Systems Designer

SunSource
Posted 6 months ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Seattle, King 98164, WA

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • SunSource is seeking a Hydraulic Systems Engineer to design and support custom hydraulic solutions for industrial and mobile equipment.
  • The position requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in designing hydraulic systems or applications and a technical degree, with a preference for Fluid Power or a B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
  • Candidates should have a strong foundation in fluid power principles, experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks, and the ability to creatively engineer solutions.
  • The role offers a salary commensurate with experience, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.
  • This position involves travel to support customers and sales teams across WA, OR, UT, ID, and surrounding regions.

SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies.  We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Service & Repair. www.sun-source.com


If you love solving real-world problems and seeing your designs come to life in the field, this role is for you. As a Hydraulic Systems Engineer, you’ll design and support custom hydraulic solutions for industrial and mobile equipment while working hands-on with customers and sales teams.

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What you'll do
  • Design innovative hydraulic systems for industrial and mobile equipment applications
  • Engineer power units and complete hydraulic systems from concept through implementation
  • Partner directly with customers to understand applications, gather data, and confirm designs
  • Troubleshoot challenges in the field and develop proactive solutions to reduce warranty claims, maintenance issues, and downtime
  • Collaborate with Account Managers to support customers and drive long-term success
  • Apply creativity and technical expertise to deliver cost-effective, high-performance solutions
  • Build a long-term career in the fluid power industry, working with cutting-edge applications


Experience, Education and Skills
  • Minimum 2-year technical degree (Fluid Power preferred); B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering a plus
  • 2+ years of experience designing hydraulic systems or applications for industrial and/or mobile equipment
  • Strong foundation in fluid power principles and system design
  • Ability to think creatively and engineer solutions that balance performance, reliability, and cost
  • Experience using AutoCAD and SolidWorks
  • Fluid Power Certification preferred
  • Prior experience with an industrial distributor is a plus
  • Willingness to travel to support customers and sales teams throughout WA, OR, UT, ID (and surrounding regions as needed)
  • Valid driver’s license


At SunSource, you’ll be part of a team that values expertise, innovation, and long-term career growth. We offer:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement to support your continued learning
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D. WE PARTICIPATE IN E-Verify. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned.    Sun-Source | Privacy Policy




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