Hands-On Mechanical Engineer for Heat Pump Test Rigs

Octopus Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-equipped facility

Collaborative team environment

Competitive contract day rate

Job summary

Octopus Group is looking for a hands-on R&D Engineer in Slough to design and build hydraulic test rigs for heat pumps. This practical role involves diagnosing system issues and developing prototypes.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 5 years of related experience, and strong expertise in hydraulic systems and heat pumps. The position offers a competitive contract day rate and the opportunity to work with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in R&D or product development.
• Demonstrable knowledge of heat pump operations and hydraulic systems.
• Experience in interpreting test data and drawing engineering conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Design and commission hydraulic test rigs for heat pumps.
• Carry out assembly and troubleshooting of hydraulic systems.
• Produce documentation including test plans and build instructions.

Skills

Hands-on experience with hydraulic systems

CAD proficiency

Test data interpretation

Plumbing skills

Heat pump knowledge

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

Pumps

Valves

Heat exchangers

Job description

Octopus Group is looking for a hands-on R&D Engineer in Slough to design and build hydraulic test rigs for heat pumps. This practical role involves diagnosing system issues and developing prototypes.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 5 years of related experience, and strong expertise in hydraulic systems and heat pumps. The position offers a competitive contract day rate and the opportunity to work with a collaborative team.