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Sun Srce

Technical Specialist - Hydraulic Systems Designer

SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationSpokane, WA 99212
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentSunSource, Engineering
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedJan 28, 2026 · 8mo ago
Verified live5h ago
Washington law requires most employers to post a pay range.
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have6
Minimum 2-year technical degree (Fluid Power preferred)
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
Valid driver's license
Nice to have3
B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Fluid Power Certification
Prior experience with an industrial distributor
Eligibility1
Willingness to travel to support customers and sales teams throughout WA, OR, UT, ID
Skills
AutoCAD
SolidWorks
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
401(k)
PTO
Paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
About the company
SunSource and its family of companies represent 270+ locations and 4,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and value-added solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, Automation, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Repair. www.sun-source.com
About the role
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.
What you’ll do
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Design innovative hydraulic systems for industrial and mobile equipment applications
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Engineer power units and complete hydraulic systems from concept through implementation
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Partner directly with customers to understand applications, gather data, and confirm designs
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Troubleshoot challenges in the field and develop proactive solutions to reduce warranty claims, maintenance issues, and downtime
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Collaborate with Account Managers to support customers and drive long-term success
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Apply creativity and technical expertise to deliver cost-effective, high-performance solutions
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Build a long-term career in the fluid power industry, working with cutting-edge applications
Experience, Education and Skills
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Minimum 2-year technical degree (Fluid Power preferred); B.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering a plus
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2+ years of experience designing hydraulic systems or applications for industrial and/or mobile equipment
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Strong foundation in fluid power principles and system design
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Ability to think creatively and engineer solutions that balance performance, reliability, and cost
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Experience using AutoCAD and SolidWorks
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Fluid Power Certification preferred
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Prior experience with an industrial distributor is a plus
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Willingness to travel to support customers and sales teams throughout WA, OR, UT, ID (and surrounding regions as needed)
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Valid driver’s license
At SunSource, you’ll be part of a team that values expertise, innovation, and long-term career growth. We offer:
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Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
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Short- and long-term disability coverage
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401(k) with company match
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Generous PTO and paid holidays
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Tuition reimbursement to support your continued learning
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Legal
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact [email protected] to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodation in the application process will be returned from this email address. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí). Sun-Source | Privacy Policy
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