Hydraulic Design Engineer – Lead Bespoke Systems (Fridays Early Finish)

Connected Search Group; Heckmondwike; Sur place; GBP 42 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Early finish Fridays

25 days holiday + BH

Health scheme

Pension contributions

Training and progression

Travel opportunities

Résumé du poste

Unknown is seeking a Design Engineer to own bespoke hydraulic systems from concept to delivery. You will translate requirements into manufacturable solutions, design and validate with CAD tools, and oversee production, testing, installation and commissioning.

Opportunities exist to influence design standards and grow with the team. The role involves close collaboration with manufacturing, assembly and test teams, and occasional UK and international travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hydraulic equipment design (power units, manifolds, valve blocks).
• Strong mechanical engineering background in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor or AutoCAD).
• Solid understanding of hydraulic principles and fluid power systems.
• Experience taking designs from customer specifications through to production release.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacture (DfM).
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design and development of bespoke hydraulic systems including power units, manifolds and integrated assemblies.
• Interpret customer specifications and translate into detailed engineering designs.
• Produce 3D models, technical drawings, schematics and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using CAD.
• Perform engineering calculations to validate performance and integrity.
• Ensure designs comply with standards, safety requirements and customer expectations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, assembly and test teams for successful project delivery.
• Support projects through full lifecycle including installation and commissioning at customer sites.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and product development.

Connaissances

Hydraulic systems design

3D CAD

Manufacturing understanding

Problem solving

Project management

Formation

HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering

Outils

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

Description du poste

Unknown is seeking a Design Engineer to own bespoke hydraulic systems from concept to delivery. You will translate requirements into manufacturable solutions, design and validate with CAD tools, and oversee production, testing, installation and commissioning.

Opportunities exist to influence design standards and grow with the team. The role involves close collaboration with manufacturing, assembly and test teams, and occasional UK and international travel.