Hydraulic Solutions Engineer - Field & Project Support

Robert Bosch Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Flexible work-time options

Job summary

HydraForce, operating from our facility in Birmingham, UK, is a global designer and manufacturer of motion control systems and hydraulic valves and ICs. This role supports customers and internal departments with technical advice and project-managed product development.

The candidate will liaise with field sales, develop proposals with engineers, and ensure high-quality simulations and documentation for diverse hydraulics projects. On-site work with opportunity for growth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience of Off-Highway, Construction, Agricultural and Industrial hydraulic systems.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft packages and MRP systems.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of the PPAP process.
• Awareness of lean manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Review, advise and process design requests for new applications and product development.
• Support regional sales managers in customer-facing activities.
• Generate full cost analyses for accurate sales quotations and project manage developments.
• Collaborate with Application Engineers on customer requirements.
• Propose cost-effective solutions to system requirements.
• Answer technical questions on hydraulic products and systems.
• Develop reports on custom hydraulic ICs to meet requirements.
• Manage HIC projects from enquiry to production, including prototypes.
• Provide field support for installation and troubleshooting of hydraulic systems.
• Participate in high-level technical discussions at customer sites.
• Integrate electro-hydraulic control with OEM electronics architecture.
• Monitor OEM sites to identify opportunities and support with company resources.
• Assist production with test controls plans and testing.
• Provide support at overseas exhibitions when required.

Skills

Off-Highway hydraulics

Manufacturing experience

Lean manufacturing awareness

PPAP knowledge

MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

HydraForce, operating from our facility in Birmingham, UK, is a global designer and manufacturer of motion control systems and hydraulic valves and ICs. This role supports customers and internal departments with technical advice and project-managed product development.

The candidate will liaise with field sales, develop proposals with engineers, and ensure high-quality simulations and documentation for diverse hydraulics projects. On-site work with opportunity for growth.