Hydraulics Systems Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in marine engineering is seeking a Hydraulic Systems Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the maritime industry. This role involves designing and validating hydraulic systems, collaborating with a dynamic team, and ensuring the successful implementation of advanced engineering solutions. You'll play a crucial part in optimizing marine systems, reducing fuel consumption, and supporting the industry's shift towards sustainability. Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity and teamwork, offering a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including relocation assistance and a cycle-to-work scheme. This is an exciting opportunity for engineers passionate about making a difference in the marine sector.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Relocation assistance

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Social events throughout the year

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of industrial and mobile hydraulic systems.
• Experience with CAD design and hydraulic schematics.
• Knowledge of marine industry standards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify hydraulic systems for various marine projects.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop solutions for the marine industry.
• Manage supplier selection and provide technical support.

Skills

Fluid Power

Mechanical Systems

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Hands-on Tasks

Collaboration

Willingness to Travel

Education

Higher Education in Fluid Power

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Control Systems

Tools

Simcenter Amesim

Siemens NX

EPlan ECAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Hydraulics Systems Engineer - Our client is at the forefront of innovative Marine engineering, specialising in the design, optimisation, and supply of decarbonisation solutions for the maritime industry. With expertise in wing propulsion, foiling, and flight control systems, they are leading the sustainability revolution within the maritime and shipping industry. Their work includes reducing fuel consumption on ocean-going ships through sail technology and advanced efficiency optimisation methods, as well as enabling marine electrification with foiling and FOSS solutions.

They are looking for a Hydraulic Systems Engineer to join their team and work alongside the Lead Hydraulic Systems Engineer. Your role will be instrumental in the design, validation, and testing of hydraulic systems for a wide range of state-of-the-art projects.

Hydraulics System Engineer Role:

• Collaborate with a small, dynamic team of engineers to develop systems for the commercial, leisure, and shipping sectors of the Marine Industry.
• Design and specify hydraulic systems, producing schematics, 3D models, and manufacturing drawings of manifolds and other components.
• Produce documentation and calculations to support designs.
• Model hydraulic systems with Simcenter Amesim for validation.
• Develop and test hydraulic systems.
• Manage supplier selection and coordination.
• Provide commissioning and technical support for vessels.
• Produce supporting documentation and calculations for designs.

Requirements:

• Higher education in Fluid Power, Mechanical, Electrical, Control Systems, or related fields.
• NFPC (or equivalent) Hydraulics Training (training can be provided for suitable candidates).
• Strong understanding of industrial and mobile hydraulic systems and components.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Experience with CAD design, preferably Siemens NX.
• Experience creating hydraulic schematics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work safely and effectively with hands-on tasks.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication skills for conveying complex technical concepts.
• Willingness to travel.
• Experience with Simcenter Amesim software is an advantage.
• Knowledge of marine industry standards, classification societies, electrical systems, or PLC systems is desirable.
• EPlan ECAD experience is desirable but training can be provided.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days holiday.
• Company pension.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life assurance.
• Relocation assistance.
• Electric car and pension salary sacrifice schemes.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Social events throughout the year.

Application Notes:

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this role. This vacancy is only open to candidates with relevant experience as detailed above. Due to high application volume, we cannot respond to applicants lacking the required skills and experience. Recent graduates without industry experience should not apply. Candidates must be authorized to work in the country where the role is located before applying.