Hydraulic Specialist - Eastern Industrial Automation

An International Distributor and Sub-Assembly manufacturer of Industrial, Motion Control, Pneumatics, and Hydraulic components is seeking to hire a talented Application Specialist with fluid power product experience.

At EIA, our mission is to deliver application, engineering, product and cost saving solutions to a broad range of OEM and End User accounts. We pride ourselves on a can-do attitude and strive to exceed our customer expectations daily, with our first class customer service. Our family of employees have the lowest turnover throughout the industrial marketplace. With our rapid growth, and exceptional culture that is business-focused, but employee-driven, our team desires to hire the best candidate for our growing hydraulic business.

We are looking for an Application Specialist with strong mechanical aptitude and a passion for learning how machines and other equipment work. This individual must demonstrate knowledge in mathematics and physics, and be motivated to stay informed on changes in the fluid power industry. We have many branches throughout the northeast, so we are flexible as to where the ideal candidate is located.  EIA maintains a full machine shop and hydraulic assembly facility to ensure high quality performance, reliability, safety and sustainability.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Design and detail schematics for hydraulic systems, power units and select components to meet the customer’s requirements.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems in-house and on-site at customers’ facilities.
• Design, size, select components and write specifications for hydraulic systems.
• Make fluid power presentations and conduct training for both internal associates and customers.
• Make joint sales calls with the experienced field sales staff.
• Design, draw and interpret hydraulic systems and schematics.
• Responsible for helping meet sales target goals and execution of the hydraulic division marketing strategy.

Basic Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with fluid power technology in an Engineering or Sales Support Role
• Ability to apply common sense solutions
• Carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Experience and/or educational background related to mechanics, hydraulic systems and mechanical products
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English with a strong interpersonal skills
• Candidates must have strong multitasking, organizational, and project management skills
• Work independently, part of a team environment, and with a diverse group of hydraulic related manufactures that we represent
• Good computer skills including Windows-based applications, CRM and CAD programs.
• Complete specifications and documentation in a timely manner
• Specialized knowledge of hydraulic equipment, engineering and applications
• Ability to troubleshoot existing hydraulic systems and generate solutions
• Understand hydraulic symbols, read system schematics, and is skilled in using hand tools, power tools, micrometers, and testing equipment
• International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Certification is a plus

**** We offer medical and dental plans, vacation days, sick days and 401k comprehensive plans. Eastern Industrial Automation is growing and expanding. We offer a tremendous opportunity for the right individuals to grow with our team in a dynamic and family environment

Eastern Industrial Automation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

The position is 40 hours a week; Monday through Friday, 8AM – 5PM and will report directly to the Hydraulic Division Manager.  An automobile will be provided, and technology tools. Expected travel throughout the North East is 50-60% with occasional overnight stays.

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