Hydraulic Systems Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Hydraulic Systems Engineer 

East Peoria, IL– Full Time

Productive Resources ( is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team at our customer's facility in East Peoria, IL. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will be a qualified hydraulic systems engineer with a broad technical background including designing, analyzing, and optimizing hydraulic systems for our test bench products. This role involves creating schematics, selecting components, testing systems for efficiency, providing technical support, and use of CAD tools.

This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization. 

Duties:

• Design & Development: Create schematics and design hydraulic circuits for machinery.
• Performance Optimization: Perform hydraulic 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 (Bill of Materials), schematics, and test reports.
• Collaboration: Work with electrical controls, manufacturing, and production teams to integrate hydraulic systems.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in hydraulic system design, particularly with testing or industrial equipment with high-pressure fluids.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Strong knowledge of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, closed-loop systems, and proportional control.
• Analytical ability to troubleshoot and analyze fluid power problems.
• AutoCAD.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Detail oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Diverse interests and skill set, with an ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Experience estimating and quoting projects.
• Ability to handle onsite support.
• FMEA and design reviews.
• Familiarity with code compliance.

Preferred:

• 5+ years of experience.
• SolidWorks experience.
• Mechanical and/or structural experience.
• Experience with PLC programming or electro-hydraulic controls.

As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate is required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States

Why work for Productive Resources?

Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our expertise is project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary focus industries are off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines. 

We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions. We invest in our people, providing resources and opportunities for ongoing development. Our workplace fosters innovation, prioritizes the well-being of our team, and encourages creativity. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunities for growth. 

We Offer Competitive Benefits:

• Group Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance available
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Insurance available
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
• Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Programs available
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Care Support Program complimentary health advocacy program provides 24/7 assistance.
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Caregiver Support Programs
• Financial Wellbeing Support 
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Training and Development

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly