At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage hydraulic engineering activities and support innovative aerospace projects.
- Company: Quest Global, a leading engineering services firm driving innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with travel opportunities and a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Join a diverse team and engineer solutions that shape the future of aerospace.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in hydraulic systems.
The predicted salary is between 40507 - 49509 £ per year.
Quest Global is an organisation at the forefront of innovation and one of the world's fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognised expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognise that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. We are looking to expand our Engineering Management capability in all levels of experience and are keen to hear from you if you feel you're ready to take the next step in your career.
We are looking for an experienced Hydraulics Engineer to support an ongoing project. The resource will operate as an integrated member of the project team and be capable of independently managing hydraulic engineering activities without supervision.
The project requires a dedicated hydraulics specialist who will be responsible for managing hydraulic system definition, supplier technical oversight, compliance assessment, and support for hydraulic test rig development, build and commissioning.
What You Will Do
- Interpreting customer requirements and identifying scope creep against the original bid
- Managing technical communication with hydraulic suppliers
- Reviewing actuator sizing, hydraulic system management (HSM), hydraulic circuit definitions, and safety feature integration
- Reviewing hydraulic schematics, calculations, sizing reports, and supplier technical documentation
- Converting supplier documentation into EDE standard customer-facing formats
- Supporting test rig BOM development
- Supporting fabrication, assembly, hydraulic installation, build, and commissioning activities
- Defining validation and acceptance test cases
- Producing Statements of Compliance against project requirements
The Client will be responsible for day-to-day task assignment and project direction, review and acceptance of deliverables, and technical governance and customer interface.
What Will You Bring
- Hydraulic actuator sizing and hydraulic circuit design expertise
- Strong technical documentation and compliance reporting capability
- Supplier management and technical review experience
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of project deliverables
- Familiarity with aerospace standards, regulations, and certification requirements
Desired Experience
- Aircraft hydraulic systems experience (4000 PSI rated, 3000 PSI operating systems)
- Hydraulic actuator sizing and hydraulic circuit design
- Aerospace standards, regulations, and certification requirements
- Hydraulic test rig design, build, commissioning, and operation
- Familiarity with UKCA and CE requirements applicable to hydraulic test rigs
- Supplier management and technical review experience
- Strong technical documentation and compliance reporting capability
Work Experience Key Technical/Professional Competencies
- Good knowledge on various manufacturing processes
- Experience in lean & 5S management
- Exposure to Aero/ Auto industry is preferred
- Awareness of aerospace/auto quality requirements (AS9100, OSHAS, TS 16949, various ISO)
Education & Professional Qualification:
- Graduate /Post Graduate in Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum hands-on experience in Manufacturing Engineering
- Project management experience is a must
Desired Candidate Profile:
- Willing to travel to the Customer site & Service providers, as required
- Proactive approach and work in a fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated
- Multifaceted
Computer/SW skills:
- MS Office tools: MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project
Hydraulic Engineer (Contract) in Bristol employer: Quest Global Services
At Quest Global, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration that empowers our employees to make a meaningful impact in the Aerospace and Defence industry. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that every voice is valued, while our focus on professional growth provides ample opportunities for career advancement. Located in the UK, we offer a dynamic work environment where talented individuals can thrive and contribute to groundbreaking projects that shape the future.
