Hydromechanical Engineer

Omega Resource Group; Rugby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Hydromechanical Engineer to design and enhance braking systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical engineering background with a minimum of 5 years of experience or an advanced degree. This role offers outstanding benefits, including flexible working hours, a company bonus scheme, and structured career development opportunities.

Benefits

Outstanding Pension Contribution Plan

Company Bonus Scheme

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience or 3 years with an advanced degree.
• Strong proficiency in mechanical engineering, with foundational knowledge of electrical principles.
• Experience with hydromechanical systems or pressure control servo valve design is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, maintain, and enhance components for braking platforms.
• Develop and oversee project documentation for design enhancements.
• Assist production and quality teams with technical inquiries.

Skills

Mechanical engineering expertise

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with hydromechanical systems

Education

5 years of engineering experience or 3 years with an advanced degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Jira

MATLAB

Job description

Job Title:

Hydromechanical Engineer

Location:

Coventry

Salary:

Competitive

Contract:

Permanent

Role Overview - Hydromechanical Engineer

Join our global aerospace client as a Hydromechanical Engineer in their Engineering team. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise across all stages of product development, from design through to production, applying mechanical and electrical engineering principles to create innovative, high-quality components for braking systems. Your contributions will drive safety, quality, and innovation, keeping our products at the forefront of the aerospace industry.

Key Responsibilities - Hydromechanical Engineer

• Design, test, maintain, and enhance components and control systems for braking platforms, with a focus on hydromechanical systems and pressure control servo valves.
• Utilize strong technical expertise to address complex challenges through analysis, experience, and established methods.
• Develop and oversee project documentation, including Engineering Change Notices for design enhancements, obsolescence, or supplier changes.
• Produce customer-required documentation for engineering changes, production halts, and limited production processes.
• Assist production and quality teams with technical inquiries, including drawing specifications, design intent, and analysis of returned components.
• Establish environmental test objectives to validate design changes, balancing analytical approaches with similarity assessments.
• Clearly convey technical details to internal and external stakeholders.
• Apply independent judgment to resolve technical issues effectively.

Key Experience / Qualifications - Hydromechanical Engineer

• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience or 3 years with an advanced engineering degree.
• Strong proficiency in mechanical engineering, with foundational knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Experience with hydromechanical systems or pressure control servo valve design is highly advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to approach problem-solving systematically, analytically, and with discipline.
• Capability to produce clear, compliant technical documentation for stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database tools; experience with Altium, Jira, DOORS, Matlab, LABVIEW, LTSpice, or pSPICE is beneficial.
• A proactive, results-oriented mindset with a passion for aerospace and adaptability to diverse challenges.
• Willingness to undertake occasional domestic and international travel.

Benefits - Hydromechanical Engineer

• Outstanding Pension Contribution Plan
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Income protection and life assurance (3x basic salary).
• Share purchase program.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Flexible working hours.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program for health and well-being support.
• Structured career development opportunities.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Employee referral program.

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