Hydraulic Systems Engineer

Hydra-Power Systems, Inc.; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydra-Power Systems, Inc. in Portland, OR, seeks a Systems Engineer to develop complete hydraulic solutions from sales descriptions and sketches, including circuit design and component selection.

The role focuses on translating data into functional machine designs, documenting with CAD, and coordinating shop activities to meet customer specs while collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of related experience.
• CFPS or IFPS certification preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of fluid power, manifolds, and electrical control systems.
• Familiarity with HyDraw, MDtools, Autodesk Vault, Inventor, and AutoCAD.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Translates disparate, incomplete data such as sales notes, sketches, and customer specifications into functional hydraulic machine designs.
• Utilizes CAD software to document designs via machining, fabrication, and assembly models and drawings.
• Maintains organization and storage of project information using multiple data management systems per department policies.
• Directs and coordinates shop personnel in fabrication, assembly, and testing to ensure designs meet engineering and customer specs.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with clear communication.
• Demonstrates presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills when working with customers and coworkers under pressure.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

CFPS or IFPS certification

Tools

HyDraw

MDtools

Autodesk Vault

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Description

Hydra-Power Systems, Inc. is a leading distributor of hydraulic and pneumatic components, specializing in integrated circuit hydraulic manifolds and custom hydraulic power units. With operations in Portland, Oregon, and Birmingham, Alabama, we supply high-quality fluid power components to industry leaders globally. Our dedicated team of in-house engineers and manufacturing professionals provides creative solutions, from one-off custom projects to high-volume OEM production, making us respected innovators in the field.

Position Overview

The Systems Engineer is an individual contributor who is responsible for developing complete, engineered hydraulic solutions from sales descriptions and sketches, including hydraulic and electrical circuit design, mechanical design, and component selection.

Key Responsibilities

• Translates disparate, incomplete data such as sales notes, sketches, and customer specifications, into functional hydraulic machine designs.
• Utilizes a combination of general and specialized CAD software to thoroughly document designs via machining, fabrication, and assembly models and drawings.
• Practices exceptional organization, communication, and storage of project information using multiple data management systems per department policies.
• Directs and coordinates shop personnel in fabrication, assembly, and testing activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and customer specifications.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers and coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position will be experienced in hydraulic and/or electrical system design with strong analytical and drafting skills. This person will be adept at working with cross-functional teams to deliver industrial machinery projects on time and under budget. This person will be a strategic problem solver with an ability to prioritize multiple and competing priorities while driving a plan to execution.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related STEM degree and 5+ years of experience in a related field
• Certified Fluid Power Specialist (CFPS) or International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) certification preferred, but not required
• Strong understanding of fluid power, manifolds, and electrical control systems.
• Familiarity with HyDraw, MDtools, Autodesk Vault, Inventor, and AutoCAD.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Employment Type

Full-time, Hybrid

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Engineering Manager