PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER LEEDS PERMANENT Our client, a engineering business with a global footprint, have a exciting new position for a Development Engineer to join their team. As the Product Development Engineer, you will be expected to work as part of a team to solve complex fluid power related problems, there will be an emphasis on new product development, but also to develop and enhance existing products. In this role, the ideal candidate will be able to collaborate and work as part of an engineering team, you will also spend a portion of your time in a hands on production environment. The ideal product development engineer will also be working with external customers which may sometimes require travel to their location. Product Design and Development * Design and development of hydraulic components and systems * Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using advanced CAD software * Utilize simulation software such as CFD and FEA * Design systems that optimize energy consumption and performance * Work with remote monitoring and associated sensors and hardware * Understand fluid power application requirements in various markets. * Assist production in analysing failures to determine root cause and identify opportunities for improvement. * Develop test procedures and conduct prototype validation testing. * Work with manufacturing partners and vendors to develop and update production processes and specifications to ensure quality and performance of components. Candidate As the ideal product development engineer, your role will be primarily office based (no remote working), you will need to visit/work on the shop floor from time to time, so there is a degree of physical work involved. You will ideally be degree educated in mechanical engineering, or related, have experience in fluid design or working within fluid power industry and a track record in successful engineering projects. With all this experience it will be a given that you have the technical and soft skills to be a success in the role. This is a permanent role where you will be expected to work regular office hours with a lunchtime finish on a Friday ( 36 hours ). Package The right product development engineer will be rewarded, the salary will be market leading, as will the benefits package and you will have free parking within walking distance of Leeds centre This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward thinking company that looks after its employees and values their input into the future success of the business. This vacancy is being advertised by AMF Recruitment Ltd, a specialist recruitment business supporting the Manufacturing Industry