Overview
Job Title : Hydraulic Design Engineer
Join a leading local manufacturer, part of a reputable larger manufacturing parent company, specializing in the production of sewage and vacuum tank trucks for municipalities across the nation. As a Hydraulic Design Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team of design engineers, working on innovative products with hands-on troubleshooting experience in complex hydraulic systems.
Responsibilities
* Design hydraulic systems for both new and existing products.
* Use engineering tools to analyze hydraulic systems to ensure they meet pressure, flow, safety, and quality requirements.
* Communicate and coordinate with suppliers to develop specifications for products and components requiring engineering input.
* Develop project plans with contributions from engineering, marketing, and production teams.
* Collaborate with production, manufacturing engineering, lab supervision, marketing, service, and engineering personnel during project implementation.
* Prepare and review comprehensive engineering change packages, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
* Utilize departmental CAD system and office software in line with company standards and procedures.
* Coordinate project activities and report progress and status to engineering, marketing, and production teams.
* Participate in the cost reduction process as needed.
* Evaluate product or product modifications to assess performance and user satisfaction, which may involve travel to field locations and trade shows.
* Perform other duties, assignments, and special projects as required.
Essential Skills
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in design and / or engineering.
* Experience with mobile equipment, project management, and engineering management.
* Proficiency in written and oral communication skills and general computer literacy.
* Experience in 2D schematics required; AutoCAD experience preferred.
* Ability to troubleshoot complex hydraulic systems.
* Team-oriented mindset.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
* Capability in hydraulic systems design with component selection.
Work Environment
Work primarily in an office setting with opportunities to engage in hands-on troubleshooting in the troubleshooting bay. The role offers remote work as needed, although the nature of the work requires this to be mainly onsite. The environment fosters collaboration and problem-solving with installers and operators, providing variation in design requirements and challenges.
Pay And Benefits
* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Streator, IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.
Equal Opportunity
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.
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