At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting hydraulic engineering projects from design to installation and customer support.
- Company: Join a top-tier engineering and R&D team focused on advanced industrial equipment.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with travel opportunities and a collaborative team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in engineering while working hands-on with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering; experience with hydraulic systems preferred.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
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
- 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
- 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 / Email: | Ref: ABJ6484
Project Engineer Hydraulics in Westminster employer: Hudson Shribman
Join a dynamic engineering and R&D team as a Project Engineer in Hydraulics, where you will be part of a collaborative work culture that values innovation and technical excellence. Located in the South East, this role offers competitive salary packages, flexible benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth through hands-on project coordination and customer engagement. With a focus on delivering advanced industrial equipment, you will enjoy a meaningful career that combines technical challenges with the satisfaction of supporting clients across various sectors.
