Design Engineer: Hydraulic & Mechanical Systems (On‑Site)

FCE Hydraulics Ltd

Leven

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 52,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

FCE Hydraulics Ltd in Leven is seeking a Design Engineer to create and develop mechanical and hydraulic systems, using 3D CAD tools to produce detailed models and drawings. Day‑to‑day you will collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve machinery, support prototype development and testing, and ensure designs meet safety, performance, and compliance requirements.

The role involves reviewing specifications, preparing technical documentation, resolving design issues on the workshop

Qualifications

Strong design engineering and product design skills for practical machinery solutions.
Mechanical engineering skills to analyse, select, and integrate mechanical and hydraulic components.
CAD skills to produce accurate models, drawings, and documentation.
Electrical engineering awareness to coordinate mechanical designs with electrical and control systems.
Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification in mechanical, design, or related engineering discipline.
Experience in industrial machinery, hydraulics, or manufacturing environments is beneficial.
Ability to interpret technical specifications, standards, and safety regulations.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a workshop and office setting.

Responsibilities

Create and develop mechanical and hydraulic systems using 3D CAD tools to produce detailed models and drawings.
Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve existing machinery.
Support prototype development and testing.
Ensure designs meet safety, performance, and compliance requirements.
Review specifications and prepare technical documentation; resolve design issues on the workshop floor.