Technical Specialist/Applications Engineer - Hydrostatics, Hydraulics, Control Systems
Listed on 2025-12-19
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Sun Source and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value‑add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Service & Repair.
Are you passionate about solving complex technical challenges and designing integrated systems that make machines smarter, stronger, and more efficient? Sun Source is seeking an experienced Technical Specialist / Application Engineer to deliver value‑added, system‑level solutions that strengthen our customers’ operations and drive the success of our Mobile (on/off‑highway) product portfolio.
In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with customers, vendors, and internal teams to design, troubleshoot, and optimize hydraulic, hydrostatic, electrical, and electronic control systems—bringing technical expertise directly to real‑world applications.
Essential Functions- Provide advanced technical support for Mobile Business Unit products.
- Partner with customers and vendors to resolve system‑level issues across hydraulic, hydrostatic, electrical, and electronic controls.
- Design complete integrated systems, including hydraulic, hydrostatic, and electrical architectures.
- Support microcontroller‑based systems, including system design and programming.
- Create electrical and hydraulic schematics using CAD tools.
- Conduct technical testing and validation of hydraulic/hydrostatic systems using data acquisition tools.
- Perform electrical system testing using frequency generators and volt/ohm meters.
- Deliver technical training to Sun Source associates and customer teams.
- Strengthen customer relationships by serving as a trusted technical advisor.
- Stay engaged with emerging machine electronic control technologies.
- Associate degree in Fluid Power, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience); bachelor’s degree in related engineering / technical field is preferred.
- 2+ years of experience designing or supporting hydraulic, hydrostatic, and/or electrical systems.
- Strong ability to read, interpret, and create hydraulic schematics.
- Solid Works CAD experience required.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving ability.
- Fluid Power certification is a plus.
- Valid Drivers License / 30% travel may be required.
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of fluid power products, systems, and technologies.
- Customer Focus: Ability to listen, understand needs, and deliver effective technical solutions.
- Collaboration & Communication: Communicates complex ideas clearly and works effectively across teams.
- Planning & Initiative: Organized, self‑directed, and proactive in driving results.
- Integrity & Professionalism: Upholds ethical and organizational standards.
- Continuous Learning: Eager to grow technical skills and stay current with evolving technologies.
- Influence & Persuasion: Effectively gains buy‑in for technical recommendations and solutions.
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