Hydraulic Design Engineer

Prince Industries LLC•Carol Stream, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hydraulic Design Engineer is an individual contributor within the QP Hydraulics team, responsible for supporting the design, development, testing, and maintenance of hydraulic products and systems. This role focuses on hands-on engineering execution for existing products, product improvements, and new product development under the guidance of senior engineering staff. The position requires a solid foundation in hydraulic and mechanical design, with experience in CAD modeling, engineering documentation, and product testing. Exposure to electrohydraulic systems and electronic controls is beneficial. The engineer will work closely with manufacturing, purchasing, suppliers, and customers in a collaborative, small-company environment.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, or related discipline
3–7 years of experience in hydraulic cartridge valve design, hydraulic implement valve design, and/or hydraulic system design
Exposure to LabVIEW or other test/data acquisition tools
Implement or mobile hydraulic system experience
Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles
Experience using EPDM or PDM systems
Working experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
Experience with basic FEA and/or CFD tools (analysis support level)
Experience creating part and assembly drawings using 3D CAD
Experience or exposure to hydraulic and/or electrohydraulic controls
Basic knowledge of ASME Y14.100 drawing practices
Basic understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T
Ability to read and interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics
Familiarity with precision part manufacturing
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Solid hydraulic and mechanical aptitude
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Desire to learn and grow technically
Good written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately in noisy environments.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience with hydraulic modeling tools such as Hysan, Dynasty, Easy5, or similar
Spanish and/or Chinese language skills, preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the design and development of hydraulic components, assemblies, and systems
Assist with new product development and existing product support efforts
Create 3D models, detailed drawings, and engineering documentation
Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
Assist with conceptual design development under senior engineer guidance
Support prototype builds, testing, and validation activities
Execute laboratory and factory testing and document results
Assist in developing test procedures, work instructions, and production documentation
Support pilot builds and production launch activities
Collaborate with manufacturing on production issues and continuous improvement efforts
Work with purchasing and suppliers on component selection and technical questions
Communicate with customers to clarify technical requirements and support engineering discussions
Identify technical issues and escalate risks as appropriate
Support multiple engineering tasks and projects simultaneously
Provide general engineering support to the Engineering Division as required

Benefits

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription Coverage
Dental PPO Insurance
Vision PPO Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance and AD & D – Including options to add on additional life insurance for yourself, spouse & children.
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer match
Personal Retirement Advisor
Generous PTO Policy and 9 Paid Holidays per year
100% Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related Classes
Personal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)
Uniform Rental Service
Employee Events