Hydraulics Engineer
Posted a week ago by Census Recruitment
Company Overview:
Our client is a leading UK provider of remanufactured power steering, hydraulic, and mechanical components, specialising in serving various industries including military vehicle systems.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair hydraulic and mechanical components/systems, including military equipment such as hydraulic kits from Warrior vehicles and CRARRV & Warrior winches.
- Perform mechanical disassembly of worn parts, conduct inspections, and rework to rectify faults.
- Assemble hydraulic and mechanical components.
- Conduct hydraulic, mechanical, and electronic testing of rebuilt components.
- Assist in medium volume production work, including assembly and testing of new hydraulic cylinders.
- Collaborate with the Engineering Department to develop and implement repair/remanufacturing processes for new and existing products.
- Continuously improve processes and working practices.
- Provide training to junior staff on new and existing product lines.
Experience Required:
- High level of experience in an Engineering/Production environment.
- Strong mechanical knowledge with expertise in hydraulics.
- Proficient in identifying repair solutions for a wide range of hydraulic and mechanical components (e.g., pumps, hydraulic cylinders, winches, brake units).
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the capability to perform root cause analysis.
- Attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
- Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Ex-forces engineers are encouraged to apply.
Note: This is not an entry-level position. Previous experience as a Hydraulic Technician or similar role is required.
Additional Details:
- Full-time position, 39 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8:30am-5pm, Friday 8:30am-4pm).
- Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate.
- Benefits include company pension, cycle to work scheme, and free on-site parking.
- Type:
- Permanent
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- Hydraulics Engineer
- Job ID:
- 221498496
- Applications:
- Less than 10
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