EG12 DESIGN ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR

Description

HYDAC is a family-owned and operated business with a vibrant and rewarding working environment for our employees across the country. Our goal is to provide quality products, components and services that meet our customer expectations while being committed to the protection and preservation of our environment.  HYDAC is a market leader in the fluid power industry specializing in the design and development of custom products for mobile and industrial markets. We work closely with our customers to develop innovative and technologically advanced fluid power solutions.

We are seeking an Engineering Supervisor for our Cartridge Valve design department at our Glendale Heights/Schaumburg, IL facility. Salary is commiserated with experience, and compensation for this position is between $110,000-130,000. HYDAC offers employees a comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, paid holidays, PTO, 401k with company matching, FSA account, short term disability and life insurance, and pet insurance along with continuing education assistance.

 You will make an impact in this role by:

• Supervise, plan, and manage the day-to-day activities of the design engineering team
• Design and develop Solenoid Valves, Pressure Control Valves, Directional Valves and Proportional Valves etc.
• This is a hands-on position. You will have your own projects and help manage the projects of your team
• Set short and long-term goals for your team
• Use your expertise to mentor and grow the capabilities of your team
• Check and verify the output of your team through drawing checking, design reviews, simulation studies etc.
• Create and execute DVP&R and NPI plans for new product introduction
• Report to senior management on department activities
• Work closely with the Product Management team to bring new products to market
• Work closely with the Manufacturing team to develop robust processes to ensure product quality
• Collaborate with our global facilities to align new product developments
• Conduct research into new or alternate technologies, materials, or processes
• Create and apply design standards
• Participate with other departments to address manufacturing, design, or quality issues, and ensure the continuous    improvement of designs and processes

Requirements

Key skills and attributes for success include:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, with 5 years relevant work experience
• Prior experience in fluid power design
• Project management ability
• Knowledge of material properties and manufacturing processes related to high pressure fluid power components
• Knowledge of simulation techniques such and FEA and CFD
• Expertise in drafting, GD&T, hydraulic principles, circuit diagrams and symbols etc.
• Able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future

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