Onsite Hydraulics Project Engineer – Global Travel

Hudson Shribman; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Flexible benefits package

Job summary

Hudson Shribman is seeking a Project Engineer specializing in hydraulics to lead engineering projects from design through manufacture, installation, commissioning and post‑sales support. The role is hands‑on and travels for installation and commissioning, with occasional international assignments.

You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget while meeting customer specifications.

Qualifications

• HND, degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience with hydraulic systems in engineering/manufacturing environments.
• Experience with hydraulic/pneumatic equipment and valves.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and general engineering principles.
• Hands-on testing, commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Strong communication and customer engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering projects covering design, manufacture, installation and commissioning.
• Support hydraulic system setup, testing, calibration and fault finding (in-house and onsite).
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Produce and manage project documentation and technical reports.
• Provide customer training, technical support and service assistance.
• Coordinate project activities to ensure delivery to agreed timelines and budgets.
• Monitor progress, resolve technical issues and report updates to management.
• Prepare installation plans, risk assessments and method statements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, directives and HSE requirements.
• Support testing, calibration and performance verification of hydraulic systems.
• Assist with installation, commissioning and fault‑finding activities.
• Work with multidisciplinary engineering teams across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and control systems.
• Support maintenance/service activities where required.
• Act as technical liaison with customers throughout projects.
• Provide on-site technical support, commissioning assistance and training.
• Develop operating manuals, procedures and documentation.

Skills

Project coordination

Customer liaison

Troubleshooting

Hands-on testing

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Hydraulic equipment

Job description

Hudson Shribman is seeking a Project Engineer specializing in hydraulics to lead engineering projects from design through manufacture, installation, commissioning and post‑sales support. The role is hands‑on and travels for installation and commissioning, with occasional international assignments.

You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget while meeting customer specifications.