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Job Title: Hydraulic Design EngineerJob Description

Join a leading local manufacturer known for its outstanding reputation and innovative products. We specialize in producing sewage and vacuum tank trucks for municipalities across the nation. Be a part of a dynamic team committed to excellence in hydraulic design.

Responsibilities

+ Design hydraulic systems for new and existing products.

+ Use engineering tools to analyze hydraulic systems to meet pressure, flow, safety, and quality requirements.

+ Communicate and coordinate with suppliers to develop specifications for products and components.

+ Develop project plans with input from engineering, marketing, and production teams.

+ Collaborate with production, manufacturing engineering, lab supervision, marketing, service, and engineering personnel during project implementation.

+ Prepare and review complete engineering change packages, ensuring completeness and accuracy.

+ Utilize departmental CAD systems and office software according to company standards.

+ Coordinate project activities and report progress to engineering, marketing, and production teams.

+ Participate in the cost reduction process as necessary.

+ Evaluate products or modifications to determine performance success and user satisfaction, which may include travel to field locations or trade shows.

+ Perform other duties, assignments, and special projects as required.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum 5 years of experience in design and/or engineering.

+ Experience with mobile equipment, project management, and engineering management.

+ Proficiency in 2D schematics; AutoCAD experience preferred.

+ Strong written and oral communication skills.

+ General computer literacy.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree required.

+ Team-oriented with a collaborative approach.

+ Ability to design entire hydraulic systems and select components.

+ Hands-on troubleshooting experience with complex hydraulic systems.

Work Environment

Work primarily takes place in an office and troubleshooting bay. Expectation is to be onsite five days a week, with the opportunity for twenty remote working days. The average team tenure is high, reflecting a stable and supportive environment. There is frequent interaction with installers and operators, providing variation in problem-solving and design requirements.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Streator,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.