R&D Hydraulic Noise Vibration Harshness Engineer (RESEA006641)

Acoustics & Hydraulic Systems

Position Summary

Sargent has an immediate opening for a Research & Development Engineer specializing in hydraulic systems and acoustics. This position reports to the R&D Manager and is responsible for supporting the development testing diagnosis and improvement of new hydraulic products research prototypes and existing production designs.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong engineering fundamentals in hydraulic systems testing data analysis and technical communication while developing or possessing specialized expertise in acoustics vibration and dynamic behavior of hydraulic systems.

Essential Responsibilities

Core Engineering Responsibilities

• Plan develop and execute laboratory and field testing of hydraulic components and systems.
• Develop validate and utilize hydraulic component and system models to evaluate performance and support product development.
• Interpret and create hydraulic schematics and P&IDs in accordance with ANSI Y32.10/5.1 standards.
• Configure operate and troubleshoot data acquisition systems and test instrumentation.
• Analyze test data and correlate experimental results to hydraulic models and theoretical predictions.
• Prepare technical reports test procedures engineering analyses and design documentation.
• Utilize product line knowledge and lessons learned to guide design improvements and development activities.
• Collaborate with engineering manufacturing and product management teams to support new product development and sustain existing products.
• Design and develop test fixtures tooling and prototype hardware required to support development activities.

Acoustics & Dynamics Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct acoustic and vibration characterization testing of hydraulic products and systems.
• Identify and diagnose fluid-borne and structure-borne noise mechanisms.
• Perform signal processing and frequency-domain analysis to evaluate system dynamics and acoustic performance.
• Utilize experimental and analytical methods to identify root causes of acoustic vibration and hydraulic performance issues.
• Develop and implement solutions to improve acoustic performance system stability durability and overall product performance.
• Research and evaluate advanced concepts related to hydraulic dynamics vibration control and noise reduction technologies.
• Develop design guidelines test methods and engineering best practices from experimental findings.

Qualifications Required

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ph.D. (conferred or impending) in Mechanical Engineering Acoustical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Strong understanding of fluid power systems system dynamics vibration acoustics or related engineering disciplines.
• Experience conducting experimental testing and troubleshooting complex engineering systems.
• Experience acquiring processing and analyzing engineering data.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude demonstrated through professional or personal projects.
• Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative engineering team.
• Capable of independently planning and executing engineering assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulic pumps motors valves actuators or fluid power systems.
• Experience with acoustic testing vibration analysis modal analysis or system identification.
• Experience with MATLAB Simulink Python or similar engineering analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Bruel & Kjaer hardware and software for data acquisition and processing.
• Knowledge of digital signal processing spectral analysis and filtering techniques.
• Experience correlating analytical models with experimental results.
• CFD experience related to hydraulic components or system performance.
• Experience selecting sensors and developing instrumentation packages for laboratory testing.
• Experience designing test fixtures tooling and prototype hardware.
• Knowledge of impedance/mobility modeling vibration isolation methods or wave propagation theory.
• Experience leading technical investigations or development programs.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior engineers.
• Recognized technical expertise in acoustics hydraulic dynamics testing or related specialty disciplines.
• Ability to develop new test methods analytical approaches and engineering best practices.
• Proven ability to influence technical direction across multiple projects and functional areas.

Founded in 1919 RBC Bearings (Nasdaq: ROLL) has a long successful history of quality craftsmanship and innovation in highly technical bearing products that require sophisticated design solutions and manufacturing capabilities for Industrial Aerospace and Defense applications around the 2015 RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.

Founded in 1920 Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft rotorcraft submarines and land-based vehicles.

At Sargent our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development customer focus and continual improvement.

Sargents continuing investment in people assets technology and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the companys commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity Respects & Values People Customer Focus Teamwork Results Focus and Continual Improvement.

Dedication to our core values. Our must haves

• Integrity We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical honest in all interactions delivers good news and bad and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities is fair credible confidential fiscally responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Respects and Values People. - We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity recognizes and supports the accomplishments talents and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
• Customer Focus - We act with excellence in each and every interaction. Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships and goes above and beyond to deliver high quality products and services on time every time. Key Skills & Abilities is responsive with strong customer service skills product and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
• Teamwork - We are better together. Our ideal candidate is inclusive engaged and collaborative sharing information ideas and experiences to accomplish goals improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities is a dependable team player demonstrated through attendance and punctuality works well with others and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
• Results Focus - We focus on the outcome not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced changing and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities is adaptable works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Continual Improvement - We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious passionate and never satisfied with the status quo. Key Skills & Abilities is innovative and has a problem-solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.

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