Essential Functions
- Provide advanced technical support for Mobile Business Unit products.
- Partner with customers and vendors to resolve system-level issues across hydraulic, hydrostatic, electrical, and electronic controls.
- Design complete integrated systems, including hydraulic, hydrostatic, and electrical architectures.
- Support microcontroller-based systems, including system design and programming.
- Create electrical and hydraulic schematics using CAD tools.
- Conduct technical testing and validation of hydraulic/hydrostatic systems using data acquisition tools.
- Perform electrical system testing using frequency generators and volt/ohm meters.
- Deliver technical training to SunSource associates and customer teams.
- Strengthen customer relationships by serving as a trusted technical advisor.
- Stay engaged with emerging machine electronic control technologies.
Experience, Education and Skills
- Associate degree in Fluid Power, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience); bachelor’s degree in related engineering / technical field is preferred.
- 2+ years of experience designing or supporting hydraulic, hydrostatic, and/or electrical systems.
- Strong ability to read, interpret, and create hydraulic schematics.
- SolidWorks CAD experience required.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
- Fluid Power certification is a plus.
- Valid Drivers License / 30% travel may be required
Key Competencies for success
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of fluid power products, systems, and technologies.
- Customer Focus: Ability to listen, understand needs, and deliver effective technical solutions.
- Collaboration & Communication: Communicates complex ideas clearly and works effectively across teams.
- Planning & Initiative: Organized, self-directed, and proactive in driving results.
- Integrity & Professionalism: Upholds ethical and organizational standards.
- Continuous Learning: Eager to grow technical skills and stay current with evolving technologies.
- Influence & Persuasion: Effectively gains buy-in for technical recommendations and solutions
Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience designing or supporting hydraulic, hydrostatic, and/or electrical systems.
- Strong ability to read, interpret, and create hydraulic schematics.
- SolidWorks CAD experience required.
- Associate degree in Fluid Power, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Fluid Power certification is a plus.
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
