SunSource

Technical Specialist - Hydraulic Sectional Valves

SunSource  •  Savage, MN (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Service & Repair. www.sun-source.com

We are seeking a knowledgeable and solutions-oriented Sectional Valve Specialist to support our growing fluid power business. In this role, you will partner closely with Account Managers and customers to design and deliver hydraulic sectional valve solutions that solve real-world challenges and drive new business.

This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role that blends technical expertise, customer interaction, and problem-solving.

Essential Functions

  • Design hydraulic sectional valve solutions, including schematics, bills of materials, and quotes to support Account Managers
  • Partner with Account Managers on customer opportunities, including participating in joint sales calls to help win new business
  • Review customer specifications and application requirements to recommend effective hydraulic solutions
  • Provide technical support on product selection, configuration, and system design
  • Assist with prototype valve builds to validate designs and ensure production readiness
  • Troubleshoot hydraulic systems and diagnose performance issues
  • Prepare technical documentation, proposals, and quotations
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, purchasing, and operations to ensure accurate and timely delivery
  • Support training for internal teams and customers as needed
  • Stay current on product lines, manufacturer updates, and industry trends

    • Experience, Education and Skills

    • Certification, associate degree or bachelor's degree in engineering, Fluid Power Technology, or a related field is preferred
    • 3+ years of experience with hydraulic systems and/or fluid power components
    • Strong understanding of sectional valves and hydraulic circuit design
    • Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings
    • Experience working with OEMs or within a distribution environment is a plus
    • Experience supporting sales teams or working in a customer-facing technical role is a plus
    • Manufacturer-specific training or certifications (e.g., Parker, Danfoss, etc.) is a plus
    • Hands-on troubleshooting or field service experience is a plus
    • Proficient in general computer use and office software (e.g., Microsoft Office)
    • Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills
    • Valid driver's license / some travel may be required

    Why SunSource?

  • A collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts customer success and business growth
  • Hands-on involvement in projects from design through production readiness
  • Exposure to diverse applications and leading fluid power technologies
  • Ongoing development through training and manufacturer partnerships
  • A stable, growth-oriented organization with strong industry reputation
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for advancement
    • We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D. WE PARTICIPATE IN E-Verify. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned. Sun-Source | Privacy Policy
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    About SunSource

    At SunSource, we don’t just sell products — we deliver solutions.

    We don’t just offer service — we offer partnership.

    And we don’t just power machines — we keep North American industry running.

    Join forces with us and unlock a breadth and scale of opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.

    With over 250 locations and 3,500+ employees, SunSource is the leading value-added industrial distributor and solutions provider for North America’s industrial and high-tech operators. Our customers rely on us for our vast portfolio of mission-critical components, our unrivaled industry expertise and technical capabilities, our expansive network with long-standing partnerships, and our commitment to driving technological innovation.

    SunSource and our affiliate brands include Amazon Hose & Rubber, Applied Controls, Callahan Weber Hydraulics, Carotek, Denver Industrial Pumps, D/J Industrial, Electro-Matic, Energy Hydraulics, Ford-Gelatt, Fluid Process Equipment, GHX Industrial, K+S Services, Lubrication Equipment & Supply, Master Pumps & Power, McCarty Equipment, Mission Controls, Paragon Technologies, Perfection Servo, Precision Zone Industrial Electronics, Process Solutions Integration, Price Engineering, P.S.I. Fluid Power, Ryan Herco Flow Solutions, Stuart Hose & Pipe, The Hope Group, United Central, Western Hydrostatics, and Western Integrated Technologies.

    Do work you can be proud of, with a team adding true value for our customers, our industry, and our world as a whole. We’re stronger together.

    We may be many brands, but at our core we’re one company, one culture and one powerful operating system that keeps North American industry running.

    Industry
    Manufacturing & Production
    Company Size
    1,001-5,000 employees
    Headquarters
    Addison, IL
    Year Founded
    Unknown
    Website
    sun-source.com
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