Hydraulic Design Engineer

Actalentservices; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 46,356 - 66,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Actalentservices is seeking a Hydraulic Design Engineer II for their Ottawa, IL location. This role involves designing and analyzing hydraulic systems for high-quality products. You will work in a dynamic team environment with experienced professionals and have opportunities for hands-on troubleshooting.

The position offers a competitive hourly pay range of $33.65 - $48.00, alongside comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) retirement plan. You'll be expected primarily onsite, with 20 remote workdays per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in design and/or engineering.
• Experience with mobile equipment, project management, and engineering management.
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Design hydraulic systems for new and/or existing products.
• Analyze hydraulic systems to meet pressure, flow, safety, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate project activity and report progress and status of projects.

Skills

Experience in design and/or engineering

Proficiency in 2D schematics

Good written and oral communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Hydraulic Design Engineer II

Job Description

We are a leading local manufacturer, part of a larger manufacturing parent company, renowned for our excellent reputation and high-quality products. We specialize in manufacturing sewage and vacuum tank trucks for municipalities across the country. We are looking for a Hydraulic Design Engineer II to join our dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Design hydraulic systems for new and/or existing products.
• Analyze hydraulic systems to meet pressure, flow, safety, and quality requirements.
• Communicate and coordinate with suppliers to develop specifications for products and/or components.
• Develop project plans with input from engineering, marketing, and production.
• Collaborate with production, manufacturing engineering, lab supervision, marketing, service, and engineering personnel during project implementation.
• Prepare and review complete engineering change packages, including BOM investigations for completeness and accuracy.
• Utilize departmental CAD system and office software to perform duties according to company standards and procedures.
• Coordinate project activity and report progress and status of projects to engineering, marketing, and production.
• Participate in the cost reduction process as needed.
• Evaluate product or product modifications to determine success in terms of performance and user satisfaction, which may include field visits and/or trade shows.
• Perform other duties, assignments, and special projects as required.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in design and/or engineering.
• Experience with mobile equipment, project management, and engineering management.
• Proficiency in 2D schematics; AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• General computer literacy.
• Team-oriented mindset.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hands‑on troubleshooting experience with hydraulic systems.
• Experience in hydraulic systems design.
• Exposure to hands‑on work is a plus.

Work Environment

This position involves working in both an office setting and a troubleshooting bay. The role includes 20 remote days, with an expectation to be onsite 5 days a week. You will often engage with installers and operators, providing variation in problem solving and design requirements. Our team has a high average tenure, and we offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ottawa, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.