Mechanical Designer - Fluid & Hydraulic Systems

Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies Brand; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies Brand, is seeking a Mechanical Designer specializing in hydraulic systems in Shelby Township, Michigan. The role involves designing hydraulic circuits using AUTOCAD and producing models with SOLIDWORKS. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design and strong problem-solving skills. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure design feasibility. The position offers a challenging environment with opportunities to innovate in fluid power technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design for automation equipment.
• Specialization in hydraulic systems and fluid power cooling.
• Strong proficiency in 3D SolidWorks software.

Responsibilities

• Design hydraulic circuits and systems using AUTOCAD CAD software.
• Produce mechanical solid models using SOLIDWORKS CAD software.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility.

Skills

Technical knowledge of hydraulic components

Designing hydraulic circuits using AUTOCAD

Mechanical modeling using SOLIDWORKS

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Tools

AUTOCAD

SOLIDWORKS

Job description

Essential Job Functions

• Possesses in-depth technical knowledge of industrial and mobile hydraulic components and systems, e.g., pumps, motors, valves, proportional control, cylinders, filtration, heating, cooling, etc.
• Design hydraulic circuits and systems using AUTOCAD CAD software.
• Research technical information concerning purchased components, specify and document accordingly within the design bill of materials.
• Produce mechanical solid models using SOLIDWORKS CAD software in order properly position hydraulic components for ease of plumbing.
• Specify the utilization of manifolds when advantageous to do so, e.g., lower plumbing costs, superior hydraulic performance, etc.
• Capability of specifying proper hydraulic conductors including tubing, pipe, hoses, fittings, etc. Specification includes accommodating required pressure rating, flow velocities, pressure drops, seal types, etc.
• Take technical directions from the project engineer in order to produce designs that function as required, complete designs within the project schedule and within the quoted amount of hours.
• Must be familiar with plumbing methods such that designs can be plumbed in a cost-effective manner.
• Meet with Customer representatives as required to review and modify design functionality.
• Ensure compliance with Burke Porter Standards, industry engineering standards, and safety/ergonomic guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design for automation equipment, specializing in hydraulic systems and fluid power cooling.
• Strong proficiency in 3D SolidWorks software.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.