Hands-On Mechanical Engineer for Heat Pump Test Rigs

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract day rate

Well-equipped facility

Job summary

Octopus Energy Group in Slough is seeking a hands-on R&D Engineer to join their team. You'll be responsible for designing and building hydraulic test rigs that interact with heat pumps.

This role combines practical assembly with design, requiring strong plumbing and CAD skills. The position offers a competitive contract day rate and a collaborative work environment focused on innovation.

Join a team at the forefront of development in heat pump technology!

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in R&D, product development, or test environment.
• Demonstrable heat pump knowledge.
• Experience working with hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and commission hydraulic test rigs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic systems.
• Produce clear documentation for test plans and results.

Skills

Hands-on experience with hydraulic systems

CAD proficiency

Test data interpretation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Testing equipment

Plumbing tools

Job description

Octopus Energy Group in Slough is seeking a hands-on R&D Engineer to join their team. You'll be responsible for designing and building hydraulic test rigs that interact with heat pumps.

This role combines practical assembly with design, requiring strong plumbing and CAD skills. The position offers a competitive contract day rate and a collaborative work environment focused on innovation.

Join a team at the forefront of development in heat pump technology!