Controls Engineer; hyd

A growing engineering organization is seeking a Hydraulic Systems Engineer with a strong technical background in designing, analyzing, and optimizing hydraulic systems for test and industrial equipment. This role includes circuit design, component selection, system testing, troubleshooting, and use of CAD tools.

Experience: 5+ years preferred

Must be green card holder or US citizen.

• Design & Development: Create hydraulic schematics and design circuits for machinery and test systems
• Performance Optimization: Perform modeling, calculations, and simulations to optimize pressure, flow, and efficiency
• Component Selection: Select, test, and validate pumps, valves, cylinders, and motors
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve hydraulic system failures to minimize downtime
• Documentation: Maintain technical documentation, including BOMs, schematics, and test reports
• Collaboration: Work closely with electrical, controls, manufacturing, and production teams to integrate systems

• Proven experience in hydraulic system design, particularly for industrial or high‑pressure applications
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Solid Works)
• Strong knowledge of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, closed‑loop systems, and proportional control
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities
• Experience with PLC programming or electro‑hydraulic controls (preferred)

• AutoCAD
• Solid Works (preferred)

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Detail‑oriented with excellent problem‑solving ability
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary team environments
• Mechanical and/or structural experience (preferred)
• Experience estimating and quoting projects
• Ability to provide onsite support
• Familiarity with FMEA, design reviews, and code compliance