Lead Pump Test Engineer

Energy Jobline CVL; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a self-motivated individual to join their multi-disciplined team in Stoke-on-Trent. The role involves installing specialist monitoring equipment for hydraulic systems and requires a strong background in engineering. The ideal candidate will have mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical experience along with leadership skills and a full driving license. This position involves frequent travel in the UK, with potential international opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory days

Pension auto-enrolment after 3 months

Private healthcare eligibility after probation

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in hydraulic, mechanical, or similar engineering disciplines.
• Proven ability to contribute to overall success with tangible output.
• Driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install specialist monitoring equipment on site.
• Conduct maintenance and repair work at the Stoke facility.
• Lead a small team of 2-3 people.

Skills

Hydraulic engineering

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

IT skills in MS365

Team leadership

Education

Level 3 BTEC in electrical or mechanical engineering

Time-served apprenticeship in the same field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Summary: We have a unique opportunity to join a talented multi-disciplined team. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who has a passion for engineering and technology. You should have mechanical/hydraulic/electrical experience along with onsite industry exposure and experience of leading a small team. Experience with pumps and understand the fundamentals of pumping. You will be competent with the use of IT due to collating data which will be shared with the wider team. The role will require frequent travel on a weekly basis throughout the UK and, as training progresses, there will be a requirement for international travel working on specialist projects all over the world. This role would suit someone that currently works in the water industry and knows the basics of pumping systems; they should have a level 3 qualification or apprenticeship in either mechanical or electrical engineering and have the aptitude to learn and develop in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Flexibility and adaptability to the business needs are important in an ever-changing technical environment.

The role focuses on installing our specialist monitoring and testing equipment for various hydraulic systems including pump, fans, hydraulic networks and aeration networks. You will undertake specialist measurement campaigns on site, deploy our cutting-edge hardware and software technology into the water industry, and provide full application support to our partners and growing customer base.

Our core technology employs precision temperature, pressure and power measurement to determine the hydraulic performance of turbo-machines. Real-time data from assets is used to inform the client about asset efficiency and recommend operational changes to achieve maximum process efficiency. We develop electronic hardware including precision sensor technology and a range of software platforms, deployed on Cloud or on-premise platforms with integration to SCADA or other intelligent systems and remote technical support. We utilise cutting-edge wireless communication technology and battery-powered IIoT solutions, integrating with a cloud platform using 4G data services and client industrial SCADA systems in partnership with system integrators.

Responsibilities

• Flexibility with working away from home due to site work in the UK and overseas
• Installing specialist equipment on site; when not on site, maintenance and repair work carried out at our Stoke facility
• Work autonomously from home when not on site, with the ability to follow health and safety protocols
• Be self-motivated to work from home when not on site
• Lead a small team of 2-3 people
• Network with wider technical teams to satisfy cross-disciplinary projects
• Be respectful, polite, and professional with customers, colleagues, and the community
• Carry out site surveys to scope new work and assist with planning/RAMS/authorisation
• Focus on achieving high standards of work across multiple bespoke projects in a dynamic, energetic environment

Required Skills/Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in hydraulic, mechanical, process or a similar engineering discipline (or equivalent learning experience)
• Time-served apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering (or equivalent)
• Level 3 BTEC in electrical or mechanical engineering (or equivalent)
• Understanding of engineering disciplines and technologies relating to the water/pumping industry
• Proven experience contributing to overall success with tangible output
• IT skills in MS365, particularly Excel; full training provided
• Hydraulic, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation experience ideal but not essential; full training provided
• Ability to learn new products and disciplines
• Driving licence (essential)

Benefits and Working for Us

• Holidays: 25 days + 8 statutory
• Probationary period: 6 months
• Pension: auto-enrolment after 3 months (employee 5%, employer 5%) via salary sacrifice
• Eligible to join private healthcare after probation
• Group income protection and death in service (4 x basic salary) on commencement
• Notice: 1 week during probation, 1 month thereafter

Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are committed to maintaining environmental and social impact goals: reach net zero emissions by 2040; maintain high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, accountability, and B-Corp certification; be a socially responsible company creating a positive impact for workers, communities, customers, and the planet. Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunities in all aspects of employment in line with the Equality Act 2010.

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