Hydraulic Project Engineer II
| Company | SunSource |
|---|---|
| Location | Westborough, MA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Experience with hydraulic systems, control systems, and project engineering
- Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and schematics
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and Inventor is considered an asset
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Responsibilities
- Design and improve custom hydraulic power units and control systems, including new product development and modifications to existing designs
- Plan and execute engineering tasks for major project components or moderately complex standalone projects
- Select appropriate materials and develop bills of materials (BOMs), technical drawings, and test plans
- Respond to customer requests for product changes and design submittals
- Provide guidance to technicians during fabrication
- Apply engineering principles and practical experience to complete assignments under general supervision
- Prepare hydraulic and electrical schematics and develop manuals for startup and maintenance
- Perform engineering calculations for pressure, flow, and heat removal to support system design
- Provide layout and schematic drawings to fabrication technicians and for final documentation
- Contribute to project management by: Monitoring and updating project budgets, Recommending and implementing change orders with customer approval, coordinating with subcontractors to maintain project schedules, providing on-site technical support and field supervision, maintaining documentation and collecting field test data to meet submittal requirements, attending project meetings and coordinating with all stakeholders
- Program PLC control logic for process automation based on customer requirements and future system concepts
- Support proposal development and provide engineering input for assigned projects
- Develop cost estimates and system design requirements based on customer concepts, specifications, and RFQs using engineering standards and technical references
- Offer technical support to sales teams, parts coordinators, shop personnel, and fellow engineers on component selection, system layout, and fabrication practices
- Assist with part substitutions to meet delivery timelines and troubleshoot issues during testing
- Supervise field service and assist with system startup and commissioning as required by project demands
- Follow and support continuous improvement of Business Management System (BMS) procedures and work instructions
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and Inventor is considered an asset