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Project and Applications Engineer: Hydraulics

IL, USA

Gamma Technologies, LLC, established in 1994, is headquartered in Westmont, Illinois (a west suburb of Chicago). GT develops, markets, and sells an engineering simulation software, GT-SUITE, which is the software of choice for more than 600 leading corporations worldwide, including Mercedes, BMW, VW, Toyota, Nissan, GM and Ford.

 Position Summary:
We are looking for a creative, talented and self-starting application engineer to join our Support and Applications Group to help our customers get the most out of our software and to leverage the knowledge learned from these interactions to continuously improve our software.  Gamma Technologies develops GT-SUITE, a sophisticated desktop software package for simulating almost any kind of engineering multi-physics system, such as those arising in the automotive, aerospace and other industries, involving fluid, thermal, mechanical, acoustics, electromagnetics, chemical and controls elements.  It also utilizes a sophisticated set of user interfaces including map-based and 3D-based pre- and post-processors.

Specifically, we are looking to add someone to our hydraulic application and support team.  This team supports customers that model fluid systems, including hydraulics, lubrication, and many others. More information can be found by viewing the links in the Fluid Systems section of this page:  GT-SUITE Fluid Systems

Job Responsibilities:

  • Assist customers that use our software to design and analyze their systems
  • Carry out proof-of-concept projects to demonstrate the software’s capability to prospective customers
  • Use customer feedback and interaction to design and test new product features
  • Teach training classes on use of the software
  • Opportunity for travel internationally, including Europe and occasionally Asia

 Essential Qualifications:

  • MS or BS degree in mechanical engineering (or similar) with minimum GPA of 3.5
  • New college graduates or experienced engineers are welcome
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively

 Additional Qualifications Desired:

  • Experience with 1-D simulation software such as GT-SUITE, AMESim, SimulationX, or other CAE/simulation tools
  • Experience with 3D CFD
  • Experience with hydraulics and/or vehicles, including design, measurement and instrumentation, controls, SAE projects (FormulaSAE, BajaSAE, Future Car, etc.)

 Salary and Benefits:

Gamma Technologies offers competitive pay, full health benefits, vacation, sick and personal days, 401K with profit sharing, and a work environment that allows you to grow and prosper.

Gamma Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, nation origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Application Process

  1. Submit Application

    Complete online application with resume and cover letter

  2. Initial Screening

    Phone interview with recruiting team and hiring manager

  3. Technical Interview

    In-depth technical discussion and case study presentation

  4. Team Interview

    Meet with team members and leadership (on-site or virtual)

  5. Offer

    Reference checks and offer discussion

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Working at Gamma Technologies

Licensing includes access to structured support resources and platform updates, helping teams maintain continuity across projects and releases.

Engineering-Driven Culture

Technical depth and problem-solving expertise drive decision-making across product development and customer engagement.

Global Collaboration

Distributed teams across North America, Europe, and Asia collaborate on platform development and customer projects.

Documentation Access

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Release Information

Detailed release notes, upgrade guidance, and information on new capabilities

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