Fluids / Hydraulic Engineer - Test Systems

Location: Howell, MI

Company Description

Automation Controls & Engineering, LLC (ACE) is a growing company that specializes in custom turn-key automation solutions, test machines, and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) to streamline manufacturing processes. With decades of experience in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic (fluids) engineering, ACE offers cost-effective, flexible, and innovative solutions tailored to meet client goals. In our ACE Test Systems Division / MCM, we deliver end-to-end services from concept design to installation. Learn more at www.ace-automation.net and www.mcm1.com.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role as a Fluids Hydraulic Engineer for Test Systems based in Howell, MI. The role involves fluids/hydraulic and pneumatic design of the test machine. The test machines are related to functional testing of products (in-process test, end-of-line test), laboratory testing (development test), as well as specialty lean product assembly cells, which include state-of-the-art technology. This engineer will work with a team of engineers, assemblers, and electricians. Engineering, design, and analysis will take place at your workstation. Machine assembly and debugging will take place on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Concept and design fluid measurement systems (P&IDs) which often require process-fluid circuits (fuels), hydraulic-fluid circuits (providing power, lube, or cooling), and pneumatic circuits (actuation devices)
• Calculate hydraulic and pneumatic test systems to provide fluids flow, temperature, pressure within the machine, and precisely measure temperature, pressure, and flow for product testing.
• Design using AutoCAD.
• Work closely with mechanical designers, controls engineers, and software engineers to ensure the overall test machine functions safely, reliably, and repeatably.
• Develop Bills of Material (BOM) and work with purchasing to procure appropriate materials and equipment.
• Assist machine builders with the assembly and startup of the machines.
• Communicate with Project Managers and the customer where necessary.
• May need to travel from one ACE location to another as needed.
• Assist the Service team in troubleshooting customers’ machines in the field.
• Other responsibilities will be assigned.

Qualifications

• Prefer 7+ to 15 years, designing/engineering fluids/hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with fluid components, valves, pumps, flow control, pressure control, servo hydraulics, etc.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks and Inventor.
• A strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering principles related to automation and fluid power systems.
• Problem-solving skills, debugging, and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in relevant CAD software and hydraulic system simulation tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for documentation and compliance.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in test systems and automation industry is a plus.
• Experience with PLC, PC controls, and Electrical design is a plus.

**Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

**Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

**This is an on-site position; remote work is not available.

To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, qualifications, and salary range. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Fluids Test System Design: 6 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Howell, MI 48843 (Required)

Work Location: In person