Technical Specialist Applications Engineer Hydrostatics, Hydraulics, Control Systems
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Job Location:
Savage, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
SunSource and its family of companies represent 200 locations and 3000 employees making up one of North Americas 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 SunSource 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 youll collaborate closely with customers vendors and internal teams to design troubleshoot and optimize hydraulic hydrostatic electrical and electronic control systemsbringing 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 SunSource associates and customer teams.
- Strengthen customer relationships by serving as a trusted technical advisor.
- Stay engaged with emerging machine electronic control technologies.
Experience Education and Skills
- Associate degree in Fluid Power Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent experience); bachelors 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.
- SolidWorks CAD experience required.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
- Fluid Power certification is a plus.
- Valid Drivers License / 30% travel may be required
Key Competencies for success
- 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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About Company
As one of North America's leading distributors for mobile and industrial applications, our solutions-based approach supports OEM & MRO customers with their needs in fluid power, fluid process, fluid conveyance, industrial supplies, and service & repair capabilities.
