Senior Hydraulic Systems Engineer

Tronair; Swanton Township (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tronair is seeking an experienced engineer to lead hydraulic product development. The role focuses on design, analysis, and testing of hydraulic systems, components, and circuits. You will interpret schematics, perform calculations, and select components to meet stringent performance targets.

The position requires hands-on expertise, CAD proficiency, and the ability to troubleshoot complex hydraulic and mechanical challenges within a cross-functional team. Some travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years of engineering experience with hands-on hydraulic system design.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic circuits, sizing, and performance calculations.
• Experience with CAD software and mechanical drawings.
• FEA and mechanical design validation experience.
• Experience with SAE/CE standards and Lean Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize hydraulic systems, circuits, and components to meet performance and reliability requirements.
• Develop hydraulic schematics, circuit diagrams, and system layouts.
• Perform calculations for pressure, flow, force, torque, and horsepower.
• Size and select pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, manifolds, filters, and hoses.
• Evaluate system performance and identify root causes of issues.
• Lead cross-functional projects and collaborate with manufacturing and product support.
• Provide technical support and document test procedures and results.
• Travel less than 10% for customer meetings and field testing.

Skills

Hydraulic system design

CAD software

FEA

Problem solving

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Travel readiness

Mechanical drawing reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD tools

ISO/SAE standards

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Tronair is seeking an experienced engineer to lead hydraulic product development. The role focuses on design, analysis, and testing of hydraulic systems, components, and circuits. You will interpret schematics, perform calculations, and select components to meet stringent performance targets.

The position requires hands-on expertise, CAD proficiency, and the ability to troubleshoot complex hydraulic and mechanical challenges within a cross-functional team. Some travel is expected.