Job Description

Position: Hydraulic System Designer

Location: Southam

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To: Managing Director

Role Purpose

The Hydraulic System Designer will be responsible for producing detailed hydraulic schematics and designing bespoke hydraulic tank assemblies. whilst also supporting technically with customers enquires. The role requires strong CAD skills in SolidWorks and hydraulic circuit design experience using Paro software. Candidates must have a sound understanding of hydraulic principles, component selection, and system integration, with a minimum of 2 years of practical design experience.

Key Technical Responsibilities

Develop and produce hydraulic schematics for complex fluid power systems using Paro. Design hydraulic reservoir/tank assemblies in SolidWorks, including structural, fabrication, and integration details. Select hydraulic components (valves, pumps, cylinders, filters, accumulators, etc.) to meet system specifications. Create and manage detailed 3D models, 2D manufacturing drawings, and Bills of Materials. Ensure designs comply with ISO/EN hydraulic standards and project-specific requirements. Perform design checks for pressure ratings, flow paths, cooling, and contamination control. Support prototype builds and testing, providing design adjustments where required. Work closely with electrical/control engineers to integrate hydraulics with control systems. Liaise with customers to establish their requirements while continuing to build long term relationships. Maintain design data, version control, and project documentation including all BOM`s , quotations while supporting the production team with the correct build data are parts list.

Required Skills & Experience

Minimum 2 years' hands-on experience in hydraulic system design. Proficient in SolidWorks (3D modelling, assemblies, and technical drawings). Proficient in Paro or equivalent hydraulic design software. Strong understanding of hydraulic circuits, power units, and reservoir design principles. Knowledge of materials, fabrication methods, and assembly practices relevant to hydraulic tanks. Ability to interpret and produce technical documentation, schematics, and layouts. Familiarity with hydraulic standards (ISO, DIN, CETOP, etc.). Strong problem-solving skills with practical engineering mindset.

Desirable

Experience in mobile/off-highway or industrial hydraulic applications. Knowledge of CFD (computational Fluid Dynamics) or FEA (Finite Element Analysis) for tank and component design validation. Understanding of noise reduction, thermal management, and contamination control in hydraulic systems. Experience with project-based engineering and multi-disciplinary design teams , project managing each job along side the sales and production.

Offer

Opportunity to design and develop custom hydraulic solutions from concept to delivery, bespoke Exposure to a variety of projects in industrial and/or mobile hydraulics. Competitive package with potential for career development into senior design/engineering roles. Training provided in house and also through industry recognised external courses.
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, or be a UK resident, to apply for this position, hold a UK driving Licence and also a valid passport for any travel requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,599.64-46,760.56 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Warwickshire CV47 0FT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person