Sr Systems Engineer - Mobile

Parker Hannifin; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 139,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with company matching

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Sr Systems Engineer located in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This role involves engineering design and controls development for motion control systems in the off-highway equipment and U.S. defense industries. You will lead engineering teams, develop system designs, and validate performance while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering, possesses extensive knowledge in motion control technologies, and has experience in the OEM construction equipment or defense industry. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in design of OEM construction equipment or US Defense Industry.
• Ability to apply broad knowledge of engineering areas to systems expertise.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and create hydraulic and pneumatic drawings via CAD systems.
• Develop control architectures for motion control systems.
• Perform mathematical modeling and simulation for hydraulic systems.
• Lead or participate in feasibility studies for new equipment.

Skills

Motion control technologies

Hydraulics and pneumatics

Technical proficiency with hydraulic systems

Project management techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Position Summary

The Sr Systems Engineer is responsible for motion control system engineering design and controls development work for various applications in the off‑highway equipment market and U.S. defense industry. The role includes initiating, developing and validating motion control systems on target market applications and applying appropriate technology to meet project goals.

Scope/Supervision And Interaction

Position is responsible for initiating and developing motion control system design concepts to meet project goals such as cost objectives, schedule requirements and defined performance requirements while validating machine parameters and criteria. Regularly serves as a consultant and resource for the targeted customer base on topics related to the motion control industry, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and electromechanical solutions.

Has Direct Reports: X; Does Not Have Direct Reports.

Essential Functions

• Layout, design and create hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical drawings via CAD systems.
• Develop control architectures for advanced motion control systems or subsystems utilizing various control strategies based on project requirement goals and with electronic control modules when necessary.
• Perform mathematical modeling and simulation for hydraulic systems using computer‑aided tools.
• Develop test plans for system/subsystems and perform accelerated performance testing of hydraulic system and components on prototype builds.
• Monitor prototype builds and assure proper assembly and functionality.
• Review, analyze and report on system performance compliance via test reports, spec sheets, etc. Develop action plans to meet compliance if necessary.
• Write work instructions for prototype and test technicians. Capable of working in a lab environment as required to complete prototype build / testing.
• Provide leadership and coordination to engineering team. Work with a multi‑functional team to develop cost‑effective, reliable, and easy‑to‑manufacture systems / sub‑systems.
• Define and document system descriptions and validation processes, including required embedded traceability, necessary to achieve acceptance. Develop predictive models that satisfactorily simulate and verify system performance.
• Develop system interface, maintenance, and training approaches and documentation including functional diagrams, schematics, interface control documents, reports of performance, function, safety, and reliability requirements analysis, system function, and/or existing technology/manufacturing capability.
• Provide technical system information affecting long‑range plant and product engineering planning. Communicate with customers to identify new business opportunities, present Parker systems capabilities, and clarify customers’ technical requirements. Write technical proposals for customers by reviewing and interpreting system requirements.
• Lead or participate in studies to evaluate or determine feasibility of new or modified equipment and related systems considering technical and economic factors, available resources, time constraints, and customer impact. Present study results and recommendations to appropriate people.
• Investigate pertinent system design factors such as function, performance, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, replaceability, strength‑weight efficiency, contractual specification requirements, determining optimum solutions and implementing recommendations.
• Prepare or direct preparation of system layout, detailed drawings, and schematics by coordinating with engineering design, interpreting customer and functional requirements, or by using engineering computer‑aided design tools and following industry and/or military design standards. Develop critical data and make preliminary system layouts and documentation necessary to present system proposals to customers.
• Review drawings and layouts to ensure clarity, completeness, form, fit, functionality, and conformity to standards, procedures, and specifications. Identify design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies at the component and system levels, and direct revisions and improvements to engineers or other designers. Lead efforts to obtain industry/governmental agency approval.
• Refine and enhance products and processes by applying continuous improvement principles and techniques. Recommend actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses. Analyze proposed changes in methods and materials.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, benchmarking best practices, and/or participating in professional associations.
• Represent company on high‑level projects and share specialized knowledge with others. Train and mentor less experienced employees. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross‑functional or project team responsibilities (e.g., continuous improvement).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and minimum of five years’ experience in the design of OEM construction equipment or US Defense Industry.
• Sound understanding of motion control technologies & control strategies. Regularly performs as a consultant and resource for the targeted customer base on topics related to motion control industry including hydraulics, pneumatics, and electromechanical solutions.
• Previous OEM machine application knowledge and basic project management techniques.
• Technical proficiency with hydraulic close‑loop and open‑loop system design concepts.
• Ability to apply broad knowledge of related engineering areas to the area of systems expertise.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements related to assigned area.
• Ability to assess and effectively implement continuous improvement principles and techniques.
• Ability to solve a wide range of difficult technical problems in imaginative and practical ways and evaluate alternative solutions that may require coordination across multiple teams.
• Ability to effectively exert influence on the overall team and functional objectives and provide status based on project milestones.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret highly technical studies and reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders, vendors, other teams, and top management.
• Ability to provide leadership to others in area of specialization and effectively act as the prime contact on high‑level projects.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

• Pay Range: $88,000 to $139,850 annually.
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program.

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company‑provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company‑Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

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