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Berendsen Fluid Power

Field Sales Rep

Maryland Heights, MO · On-site

$19.25 - $26.50/hr

Our successful candidate will have industrial systems sales experience, and or a mechanical engineering degree with Fluid Power experience is a definite plus. Job duties can include: * Develop and ...

HDR

Power Mechanical Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

HDR is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Power Generation team. As a ... Significant experience with the design and specification of power generation fluid systems ...

HDR

Power Mechanical Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

HDR is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Power Generation team. As a ... Significant experience with the design and specification of power generation fluid systems ...

Berendsen Fluid Power

Field Sales Rep

Maryland Heights, MO · On-site

$19.25 - $26.50/hr

Our successful candidate will have industrial systems sales experience, and or a mechanical engineering degree with Fluid Power experience is a definite plus. Job duties can include: * Develop and ...

Berendsen Fluid Power, Inc.

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

Our successful candidate will have industrial systems sales experience, and or a mechanical engineering degree with Fluid Power experience is a definite plus. Job duties can include: * Develop and ...

Ring Inc

Fluid Power Engineer

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

Fluid power engineer applies fluid power theory and related knowledge to design, test and ... Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for fluid power mechanical engineer in the United States is $102,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Mechanical Engineer - Fluid Power Specialty

Spring Grove, IL • On-site

Scot Forge
Coal, Metals and Minerals Mining • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

Scot Forge is looking to expand our engineering team with a Fluid Power Engineer. This position requires the knowledge and ability to design and validate complex hydraulic equipment. The design of new equipment to meet changing business needs along with redesign of existing equipment to increase reliability, safety, and quality. Scot Forge is a 130-year-old, 100% employee-owned company that manufactures custom open die and rolled ring forgings. At Scot Forge, we help our customers succeed in their most critical initiatives with forged solutions for everything from the world's physical infrastructure, energy, and transportation to manufacturing, mining, and our national defense. From the wheels of NASA's Curiosity Mars Rover to mission critical components for nuclear submarines, to large hydraulic cylinders for the largest mining trucks on the planet, Scot Forge creates the precision forged metal parts used in demanding applications all over the world.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Determine form, fit, function and specification of hydraulic and mechanical equipment and components to meet manufacturing requirements/needs (presses, mobile equipment, heat treat equipment, machine tools, etc.)
  • Research and develop new processes and equipment
  • Fluid Power circuit design (logic, system control, and hydraulic schematics)
  • Hydraulic and mechanical layout of systems/components (SolidWorks part & assembly modeling)
  • Troubleshoot fluid power and control systems
  • Machine control programming

Qualifications:
  • Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology or equivalent
  • Preferred focus or specialty in Fluid Power
  • Hands on individual
  • Exhibits a high level of mechanical aptitude and creativity
  • SolidWorks (Solid modeling) for parts, large assemblies, and drawings
  • Excellent communication skills, organization, and detail oriented

Closing Statement:
Other Duties as Assigned
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Position requires a mix of working in office and occasionally working in production areas while forklifts, overhead cranes and related equipment are in use. On occasion while performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to heat and cold weather conditions as well as wet and/or humid conditions. When in the area of production, appropriate PPE is mandatory.
During new equipment builds, equipment shutdowns, and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions individual is exposed to (Occasionally - 20% of time):
  • Elements such as extreme heat, extreme cold, dust, debris, fumes, and noise.
  • All forms of movement and physical demands such as heavy and light lifting, crawling, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, etc.
  • Safety hazards such as heights, uneven ground, confined space, noise, pressure vessels, high pressure hydraulics, suspended loads, heavy equipment, chemicals, cut hazards, asphyxiation, CO2, aldehydes, silica, aluminum oxides, electrical shock and burns from hot product, combustion and electrical hazards.

The estimated pay range for this position is the lowest and highest range we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. The actual pay offered to a candidate will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Hearing, Life (Basic & AD&D), Disability (STD & LTD), 401K Plan with match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Tax Savings (FSA & HAS), Vacation Time, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, or any other form of compensation for any particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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