Hydraulic/Pneumatic Product Design Engineer

Globe Machine Manufacturing Company; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Globe Machine in the United States is seeking a Hydraulic/Pneumatic Design Engineer to design hydraulic and pneumatic systems to support mechanical and electrical requirements, reporting to the Technical Director of Engineering.

This role works autonomously within a design team to create robust, cost‑effective systems for real world environments, including CAD development, schematics, BOM preparation, and manufacturing support.

Qualifications

• BSME preferred with a minimum of 3 years hydraulic/pneumatic design experience.
• Experience with 3D CAD preferred, Inventor or SolidWorks.
• Experience with AutoCAD required.
• Minimum of seven years' experience in a manufacturing environment desired.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industrial handling/packaging machinery design preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, motion and control components.
• Proven track record of creative thinking and the application of engineering principles and solutions to technical and performance problems.
• Proven attention to detail with an emphasis on drawing specifications required.
• Strong written and verbal business communication skills a must.
• Proven track record of being self-motivated, working with minimal supervision, and leading and partnering with diverse team members required.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently, retain a sense of urgency and meet strict timelines required.
• Conduct oneself with the highest level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Utilize AutoCAD computer-aided design (CAD), including AutoCAD Inventor (3D) system and peripheral equipment to support new product development as well as standard existing product lines.
• Perform mechanical engineering design and analysis, redress and modification of hydraulically actuated machinery in conformance to customer specifications meeting company and industry standards.
• Develop testing procedures and lead data collecting during shop testing pertaining to hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Prepare and direct preparation of hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and detailed drawings.
• Edit and oversee the preparation of operating manuals for designed equipment and systems.
• Interpret customer specifications and prepare cost estimates to meet those requirements.
• Support manufacturing with on machine/off machine routing.
• Prepare BOM's and manufacturing drawing packages for hydraulic power units as well as hydraulic and pneumatic circuits.
• Interface with end user regarding system performance/production requirements, delivery and installation planning.

Skills

Hydraulic design

Pneumatic design

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Inventor

SolidWorks

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Project prioritization

Education

BSME

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Since 1917, Globe Machine has been a manufacturer of industrial machines, systems, and plants for advanced composites, building products, and pulp & paper.

Our Hydraulic/ Pneumatic Design Engineers are responsible for designing pneumatic and hydraulic systems to support mechanical and electrical requirements. This role works autonomously reporting to the Technical Director of Engineering. This position serves as an integral role within a design team of engineers and designers in conceptualization of robust, varied, and cost-effective systems that function in real world environments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Design

• Utilize AutoCAD computer-aided design (CAD), including AutoCAD Inventor (3D) system and peripheral equipment to support new product development as well as standard existing product lines.
• Perform mechanical engineering design and analysis, redress and modification of hydraulically actuated machinery in conformance to customer specifications meeting company and industry standards.
• Develop testing procedures and lead data collecting during shop testing pertaining to hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Prepare and direct preparation of hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and detailed drawings.
• Edit and oversee the preparation of operating manuals for designed equipment and systems.
• Interpret customer specifications and prepare cost estimates to meet those requirements.
• Support manufacturing with on machine/off machine routing.
• Prepare BOM's and manufacturing drawing packages for hydraulic power units as well as hydraulic and pneumatic circuits.
• Interface with end user regarding system performance/production requirements, delivery and installation planning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BSME preferred with a minimum of 3 years hydraulic/pneumatic design experience.
• Experience with 3D CAD preferred, Inventor or SolidWorks.
• Experience with AutoCAD required.
• Minimum of seven years' experience in a manufacturing environment desired.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industrial handling/packaging machinery design preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, motion and control components.
• Proven track record of creative thinking and the application of engineering principles and solutions to technical and performance problems.
• Proven attention to detail with an emphasis on drawing specifications required.
• Strong written and verbal business communication skills a must.
• Proven track record of being self-motivated, working with minimal supervision, and leading and partnering with diverse team members required.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently, retain a sense of urgency and meet strict timelines required.
• Conduct oneself with the highest level of professionalism and ethical standards.