DESIGN ENGINEER

HYDAC is a market leader in the fluid power industry specializing in the design and development of custom products for mobile and industrial markets. We work closely with our customers to develop innovative and technologically advanced fluid power solutions.

We are seeking a detail oriented and motivated Cartridge Valve Design Engineer at our Schaumburg, IL facility.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, as well as generous paid time off and continuing education assistance. Salary range commensurate with experience and qualifications, between $85,000-$105,000

Responsibilities Design and develop Hydraulic Cartridge Valves including Solenoid Valves, Pressure Control Valves, Directional Valves and Proportional Valves.

Create customer and manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, test procedures, work instructions, hydraulic schematics etc.

Design components and assemblies to satisfy specific customer requirements

Interface and work in the engineering laboratory to validate prototype parts

Develop test specifications for validation and EOL production

Maintain engineering documentation to support current manufacturing and assembly processes

Communicate with vendors to optimize design specifications for manufacture

Participate with other departments to address manufacturing, design or quality issues, and ensure the continuous improvement of designs and processes

Requirements Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, with at least 2 years relevant work experience

Prior experience in fluid power design is a strong advantage

Logic driven troubleshooting ability

CAD proficiency using SolidWorks or similar

Knowledge of simulation tools for fluid dynamics, component strength and magnetic properties

Knowledge of drafting and geometric tolerancing practices

Knowledge of hydraulic principles, circuit diagrams, symbols, valve types and functions

Able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future

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