What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hydraulic Fluid Conveyance Engineer position at G3 Industries?
Hydraulic Fluid Conveyance EngineerPosition Summary
G3 Industries is seeking a Hydraulic Fluid Conveyance Engineer to lead the design, development, costing, and optimization of hydraulic hose, tube, fitting, and routing systems used in mobile and industrial equipment. This role is responsible for ensuring hydraulic systems deliver safe, reliable, and efficient performance while meeting customer requirements, quality standards, manufacturing objectives, and cost targets.
The ideal candidate combines strong engineering fundamentals with practical experience in hydraulic systems, product development, supplier collaboration, and manufacturing support. This position works closely with Engineering, Operations, Purchasing, Quality, and key suppliers to deliver innovative and cost-effective fluid conveyance solutions.
Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Design & Development- Design hydraulic hose and tube assemblies, fittings, clamps, brackets, and routing systems for new and existing products.
- Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, bills of material, and technical documentation.
- Perform engineering calculations related to pressure, flow, temperature, vibration, bend radius, and material compatibility.
- Select appropriate components and materials to optimize performance, durability, safety, and cost.
- Apply fluid power principles and industry standards to develop robust hydraulic system solutions.
- Support product launches, design improvements, and engineering change initiatives.
- Develop cost estimates and quotations for hydraulic hose, tube, and fitting assemblies.
- Collaborate with suppliers to obtain pricing, technical specifications, and lead-time information.
- Analyze cost drivers and identify opportunities for material, design, and sourcing optimization.
- Support Purchasing and Supply Chain teams in evaluating supplier proposals and negotiating competitive pricing.
- Prepare costed bills of material and provide engineering support during RFQ and new business opportunities.
- Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and DFMEA activities.
- Support prototype builds and testing activities to validate performance and reliability.
- Investigate hydraulic routing concerns, leaks, failures, and field performance issues.
- Implement corrective actions and design improvements based on testing and operational feedback.
- Ensure compliance with applicable customer, industry, regulatory, and safety standards.
- Partner with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are efficient, producible, and assembly-friendly.
- Provide technical support for production and quality-related issues involving hydraulic components and systems.
- Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality concerns and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support value engineering projects focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, and process optimization.
- Maintain accurate engineering records, revision control, and product documentation.
- Manage project schedules, deliverables, and milestone tracking.
- Participate in customer meetings, supplier reviews, and cross-functional project teams.
- Communicate technical information effectively to both engineering and non-technical stakeholders.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Fluid Power Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 3 years of experience in hydraulic systems, fluid conveyance, mechanical product design, or related engineering functions preferred.
- Experience with hydraulic hose and tube routing, fluid power components, or mobile/off-road equipment is highly desirable.
- Experience supporting manufacturing environments and supplier development activities is a plus.
- Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar platforms.
- Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, fluid dynamics, pressure-flow relationships, and component selection.
- Familiarity with SAE, ISO, and other applicable hydraulic and fluid power standards.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, hydraulic schematics, and technical specifications.
- Knowledge of product costing, quoting processes, and supplier management practices.
- Experience using ERP systems and engineering change management processes preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to balance technical requirements, manufacturability, and cost objectives.
- Results-oriented with strong project management and organizational skills.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- At G3 Industries, you'll have the opportunity to work on innovative hydraulic and fluid conveyance solutions that support critical equipment and applications across multiple industries. We offer a collaborative engineering environment where your ideas, technical expertise, and contributions directly impact product performance, customer satisfaction, and business growth.