Design Specialist

TRIAD TECHNOLOGIES LLC•Vandalia, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Design Specialist supports the development and integration of motion control systems, with a focus that may include fluid power and/or automation technologies depending on project and business needs. The role combines mechanical and electrical design responsibilities and supports the product lifecycle from concept quotation through drawing and bill of material (BOM) creation. The Design Specialist collaborates with Sales, Product Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Customer Experience teams, vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to deliver reliable solutions for industrial and mobile applications that meet or exceed customer expectations. This is a part-time, onsite position based in Vandalia, Ohio. Occasional onsite customer visits—approximately 1–2 times per quarter—may be required to support sales efforts and troubleshooting.

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Proficient in PLC programming languages such as Ladder Logic and Structured Text.
Experience developing electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Able to communicate complex engineering systems clearly and in a customer-friendly manner via email, phone, and other channels.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively across departments.
Detail-oriented, with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience in the design and development of motion control systems is preferred.
Familiarity with fluid power and motion control principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

Translate customer requirements into engineered fluid power and/or automation solutions, including hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication, filtration, industrial products, electromechanical systems, motion, safety, sensors, vision, and robotics.
Assist in preparing technical scopes, part selections, and labor estimates for customer quotations and proposals.
Provide responsive, application-driven design support and account for technical and operational requirements, lead times, manufacturability, and long-term customer success.
Develop and maintain complete, accurate bills of material aligned with customer requirements.
Create and maintain CAD models, 2D and 3D drawings, electrical schematics, hydraulic circuits, and system documentation.
Support prototype builds, testing, and validation to confirm design intent.
Support Manufacturing Engineers with troubleshooting and performance issues in development and customer environments.
Program, test, and debug control software for hydraulic and motion control applications as required.
Ensure designs comply with applicable safety standards, regulations, and internal quality procedures.
Maintain accurate records of design changes, specifications, and project milestones.
Collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support component availability and manufacturability.
Make occasional onsite customer visits, approximately 1–2 times per quarter, to support the Product Engineering team with sales efforts and troubleshooting.
Perform other duties as assigned.