Project Engineer Hydraulics £40-55kBase+Benefits SouthEast|Ref:ABJ6484
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Perm: onsite 5 days
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer specialising in hydraulic systems to join a leading engineering and R&D team delivering advanced industrial equipment. This role focuses on coordinating engineering hydraulic projects from design through manufacture, installation, commissioning and ongoing customer support.
You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget while meeting customer specifications. This is a varied, hands-on position combining technical engineering knowledge, project coordination and customer-facing responsibilities.As Project Engineer in Hydraulics, you will primarily site working closely with the engineers with travel required for installation, commissioning and customer support, including occasional international travel.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate engineering projects covering design, manufacture, installation and commissioning
Support hydraulic system setup, testing, calibration and fault finding (in-house and onsite)
Ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory requirements
Produce and manage project documentation and technical reports
Provide customer training, technical support and service assistance
Project Delivery
Coordinate project activities to ensure delivery to agreed timelines and budgets
Monitor progress, resolve technical issues and report updates to management
Prepare installation plans, risk assessments and method statements
Ensure compliance with relevant standards, directives and HSE requirements
Technical Engineering Support
Support testing, calibration and performance verification of hydraulic systems
Assist with installation, commissioning and fault-finding activities
Work with multidisciplinary engineering teams across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and control systems
Support maintenance/service activities where required
Customer & Operational Support
Act as technical liaison with customers throughout projects
Provide on-site technical support, commissioning assistance and training
Develop operating manuals, procedures and documentation
Qualifications & Experience
HND, degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Experience working with hydraulic systems in an engineering or manufacturing environment (ideally low-volume, high-value equipment)
Experience with hydraulic/pneumatic equipment, valves or precision mechanical systems
Experience in sectors such as: Automotive, Aerospace or transportation; Heavy plant, construction machinery or energy; Industrial automation or specialist manufacturing
Knowledge of control systems, technology or industrial automation is advantageous. xcswzye
Good understanding of hydraulic systems and general engineering principles
Hands-on approach to testing, commissioning and troubleshooting
Strong communication and customer engagement skills
Benefits package and career development opportunities
Full-time|Permanent|Competitivebasesalary|Flexiblebenefitspackage.ToApply:Contact Alison Basson on / Email: | Ref: ABJ6484