{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d438d9efb7f39c4118bca290","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d438d9efb7f39c4118bca290","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d438d9efb7f39c4118bca290","title":"Hydraulic Systems Engineer Design, Validate & Support","description":"The Hydraulic Applications Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting hydraulic systems and solutions for customer applications. This role combines strong technical engineering expertise with customer-facing problem‐solving, ensuring that hydraulic components and systems meet performance, safety, and quality requirements. The engineer collaborates closely with sales, product management, manufacturing, and customers to provide technically sound and cost‐effective solutions.\nEngineering & Technical Design\nDevelop hydraulic system designs, schematics, and component specifications for new and existing applications.\nSelect hydraulic components (pumps, valves, motors, cylinders, manifolds, filtration, etc.) based on performance, cost, and reliability criteria.\nPerform hydraulic calculations and simulations, including flow, pressure, cooling, horsepower, and efficiency analysis.\nSupport prototype builds and oversee system testing, troubleshooting, and validation.\nCustomer & Sales Support\nProvide expert-level technical support to customers, distributors, and internal sales teams.\nInterpret customer requirements and translate them into engineering solutions and proposals.\nConduct on-site visits for diagnostics, commissioning, and performance optimization.\nPrepare technical documentation, including application notes, installation guides, and training materials.\nProject & Cross-Functional Collaboration\nManage projects from concept through implementation, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.\nWork with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure products are manufacturable, available, and cost-effective.\nAssist in continuous improvement initiatives and product development projects.\nTroubleshooting & Field Support\nDiagnose hydraulic system issues, including pressure instability, heat generation, contamination, and performance loss.\nRecommend corrective actions and provide root cause analysis.\nSupport warranty investigations and corrective engineering measures.\nRequirements\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fluid Power Engineering, or related technical field (required).\n3–5+ years of experience in hydraulic system design, fluid power applications, or mobile/industrial equipment engineering.\nExperience with hydraulic controls, electro‐hydraulics, or proportional/servo valve technology preferred.\nFamiliarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD) and hydraulic simulation tools.\nAbility to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.\nFounded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.\nApplied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. 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