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# Technical Specialist - Hydraulic Systems Designer

- **Company:** SunSource
- **Location:** Grand Prairie, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, SolidWorks (CAD)
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5837662636

## About the Role

* Minimum 2-year technical degree (Fluid Power preferred); B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering a plus
 * 2+ years of experience designing hydraulic systems or applications for industrial and/or mobile equipment
 * Strong foundation in fluid power principles and system design
 * Ability to think creatively and engineer solutions that balance performance, reliability, and cost
 * Experience using AutoCAD and SolidWorks
 * Fluid Power Certification preferred
 * Prior experience with an industrial distributor is a plus
 * Willingness to travel to support customers and sales teams throughout TX, LA, OK, AZ, NM, AR (and surrounding regions as needed)
 * Valid driver's license

## Description

If you love solving real-world problems and seeing your designs come to life in the field, this role is for you. As a Hydraulic Systems Engineer, you'll design and support custom hydraulic solutions for industrial and mobile equipment while working hands-on with customers and sales teams.Essential Functions

 * Design innovative hydraulic systems for industrial and mobile equipment applications
 * Engineer power units and complete hydraulic systems from concept through implementation
 * Partner directly with customers to understand applications, gather data, and confirm designs
 * Troubleshoot challenges in the field and develop proactive solutions to reduce warranty claims, maintenance issues, and downtime
 * Collaborate with Account Managers to support customers and drive long-term success
 * Apply creativity and technical expertise to deliver cost-effective, high-performance solutions
 * Build a long-term career in the fluid power industry, working with cutting-edge applications