MECHANICAL ENGINEER (Hydraulics)

Office Angels; Stroud; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Bank Holidays

Company van

Private medical package

Contributory pension

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Office Angels in Stroud is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer (Hydraulics) to support a range of hydraulic systems across projects. You will diagnose faults, assemble pipework and hose assemblies, and maintain high standards of service.

The role offers a generous salary to be discussed on application, with core hours from Monday to Thursday 8am–5pm and an early finish on Friday at 1pm. Benefits include private medical, contributory pension, company van, and free onsite parking.

Qualifications

• Mechanical, hydraulic, or vehicle engineering background.
• Fault-finding and repair experience on engineering equipment and systems.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulic components, hoses, and pipework assemblies.
• Positive, can-do attitude with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Keen to learn, develop new skills, and work as part of a collaborative engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out hydraulic engineering activities as part of a small, locally based team, ensuring high standards of service and workmanship.
• Support a variety of engineering projects across the wider business as required.
• Diagnose faults and identify effective solutions on hydraulic systems and equipment.
• Manufacture and assemble hydraulic pipework and hose assemblies to customer and operational requirements.
• Conduct inspections, surveys, and assessments of hydraulic equipment and components.
• Perform the strip-down, repair, overhaul, and reassembly of hydraulic systems and associated components.
• Utilise product and technical knowledge to recommend appropriate repair, replacement, or maintenance solutions.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company procedures and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and customers to deliver high quality engineering solutions and support.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Hydraulic engineering

Vehicle engineering

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: MECHANICAL ENGINEER (Hydraulics)

Location: Stroud

Salary: Generous competitive salary to be discussed on application

Hours: Core hours are Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm and early finish Friday at 1pm

Benefits: 28 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy back up to 5 additional days, company van, private medical package and contributory pension scheme, free onsite parking, highly established and reputable business and friendly, welcoming, team orientated environment.

The Company:

We are working in partnership with a leading engineering firm who supply products to a range of industries including marine, defence, aerospace, nuclear, utilities and industrial. They are a well renowned company in their field involved with multiple scale projects across the UK. You will be joining an established and knowledgeable down to earth team.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and hands-on individual to join this growing team. We welcome applications from those with mechanical or vehicle maintenance experience who are looking to expand their expertise and train within the Hydraulics sector. This role offers excellent career development opportunities within a specialist and rewarding field.

The Role:

• Carry out hydraulic engineering activities as part of a small, locally based team, ensuring high standards of service and workmanship.
• Support a variety of engineering projects across the wider business as required.
• Diagnose faults and identify effective solutions on hydraulic systems and equipment.
• Manufacture and assemble hydraulic pipework and hose assemblies to customer and operational requirements.
• Conduct inspections, surveys, and assessments of hydraulic equipment and components.
• Perform the strip-down, repair, overhaul, and reassembly of hydraulic systems and associated components.
• Utilise product and technical knowledge to recommend appropriate repair, replacement, or maintenance solutions.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company procedures and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and customers to deliver high quality engineering solutions and support.

Skills, experience, and knowledge requirements:

• Mechanical, hydraulic, or vehicle engineering background.
• Fault-finding and repair experience on engineering equipment and systems.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulic components, hoses, and pipework assemblies.
• Positive, can-do attitude with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Keen to learn, develop new skills, and work as part of a collaborative engineering team.

Office Angels is an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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