Project Engineer (Hydraulics)

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Project Engineer – Hydraulics £38-50k Base + Benefits South East | Ref: ABJ6484
Perm: onsite 5 days
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer specialising in hydraulic systems to join a leading engineering and R&D team delivering advanced industrial equipment. This role focuses on coordinating engineering hydraulic projects from design through manufacture, installation, commissioning and ongoing customer support.
You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget while meeting customer specifications. This is a varied, hands-on position combining technical engineering knowledge, project coordination and customer-facing responsibilities. As Project Engineer in Hydraulics, you will primarily site working closely with the engineers with travel required for installation, commissioning and customer support, including occasional international travel.
Key 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
Project Delivery
* 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
Technical Engineering Support
* 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
Customer & Operational Support
* Act as technical liaison with customers throughout projects
* Provide on-site technical support, commissioning assistance and training
* Develop operating manuals, procedures and documentation
Qualifications & Experience
* HND, degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
* Experience working with hydraulic systems in an engineering or manufacturing environment (ideally low-volume, high-value equipment)
* Experience with hydraulic/pneumatic equipment, valves or precision mechanical systems
* Experience in sectors such as: Automotive, Aerospace or transportation; Heavy plant, construction machinery or energy; Industrial automation or specialist manufacturing
* Knowledge of control systems, technology or industrial automation is advantageous.
* Good understanding of hydraulic systems and general engineering principles
* Hands-on approach to testing, commissioning and troubleshooting
* Strong communication and customer engagement skills
Benefits package and career development opportunities
Full-time | Permanent | Competitive base salary | Flexible benefits package. To Apply: Contact Alison Basson on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Email: | Ref: ABJ6484
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Location:
East Kilbride
Salary:
£38,000 - £50,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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