OVERVIEW/FUNCTION
Ryan Herco Flow Solution’s Custom Solution Group (RHFS CSG) provides custom fluidic system assemblies and components to its customers. The Product Engineer works both independently and with others to engineer, design, and develop products and necessary manufacturing practices to satisfy customer needs. This role is involved from initial definition of product requirements through quoting, sale, design acceptance, release to production, manufacturing, test, shipment, and commissioning.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, SKILL, and EXPERIENCE:”:
- Engineering degree from a reputable engineering school (preferably ABET-accredited) in the fields of mechanical, chemical, industrial, manufacturing, or electrical engineering. Those with associates degrees in engineering technology or significant relevant work experience will also be considered. (The job title may be adjusted to fit educational/experience background.)
- Demonstrated proficiency in both written and verbal communication skills
- Must possess a strong, process-oriented attention to detail.
- Knowledge of fluid handling/process piping components, systems and practices
- Knowledge of production processes related to plastic machining, welding, fabrication, and fluidic system assembly and commissioning
- Demonstrated experience with 3D CAD modeling (preferably SolidWorks)
- 2D design experience with AutoCAD, Visio, or similar software
- Demonstrated ability to design and detail components and assemblies for manufacturing
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform all work in a safe manner.
- Promptly report safety issues and any unsafe behavior of others to management.
- Comply with company policies and procedures.
- Consult with sales and customers to determine and interpret requirements for new product requests.
- Generate quote input for new product requests.
- Design products that meet requirements using CAD and CAE tools.
- Specify components/materials for product designs.
- Generate necessary calculations to validate component sizing, strength, or other considerations that affect product design and function.
- Create documentation packages (which may include CAD models, drawings, production work instructions, product information sheets, or user manuals and operating/maintenance instructions) for product designs.
- Maintain CAD and documentation data in the company CAD archive / PDM system.
- Maintain definition of parts, BOM’s, and routing records in the company ERP software.
- Provide technical support for manufacturing; supervise product manufacturing as required. Provide hands-on manufacturing/assembly support for product designs if necessary.
- Maintain project schedules and perform key work on time to meet customer expectations.
Skills Required
- Engineering degree in mechanical, chemical, industrial, manufacturing, or electrical engineering
- Proficiency in written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Knowledge of fluid handling and process systems
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling (preferably SolidWorks)
- 2D design experience with AutoCAD or similar software
- Ability to design components and assemblies for manufacturing
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
SunSource Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SunSource and has not been reviewed or approved by SunSource.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with plan options are offered alongside wellness programs and an EAP. Offerings also include HSA/HRA and FSA choices that broaden the health coverage scope.
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Retirement Support — Retirement Support: A 401(k) with company match is included and called out in employer-provided materials. This provides a clear foundation for long-term savings within the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave & Time Off Breadth: Paid vacation and holidays are part of the package, with PTO described as decent and vacation potentially capping near four weeks. These time-off elements contribute to a rounded core benefits menu.
SunSource Insights
What We Do
SunSource, a leader in industrial and mobile fluid power distribution for over 85 years, provides customers with innovative solutions that help reduce maintenance costs, lower operating costs and increase productivity. The solutions are part of the SunSource Advantage: a comprehensive program offering design and engineering support; supply chain optimization; productivity solutions; value-added services; and repair capabilities. As a national distributor with local presence, SunSource has a unique and dominant position as a full-service resource for the industrial, OEM, MRO and mobile industrial equipment industries. We distribute a broad range of components, but SunSource is much more than a distributor just supplying fluid power components or systems. Along with high-quality products, we provide a commitment to high-quality customer service and technically sound, cost-effective solutions. SunSource’s history of accomplishment and continued growth means that we give the best condition to energetic, driven people to be effective in their role. We pride ourselves on a culture that provides opportunities for development and advancement of our associates. In addition, we build meaningful relations with our customers, suppliers and internal associates. We are all bound by a pledge to a common mission toward providing the highest quality products and services within our industry and achieving the company’s growth objectives
