Job Description

Hydraulic Engineer 35k - 45k DOE

The role of the hydraulic engineer covers a diverse range of tasks within the business. Core elements of the role are to assemble, test, service and repair hydraulic equipment both at our workshop in Wakefield and on-site. The engineering and technical skills required will enable the engineers to proactively work with our on-site design and sales team.

Duties:

Reading and understanding hydraulic schematics and drawings

Assist in building and testing HPUs to client specifications

Assist in testing hydraulic equipment on our test rig

Assist in pipefitting both on and off site

Assist in hose manufacture, flushing and testing

Assist in stripping and assessing hydraulic components that arrive for repair

Assist in installation of hydraulic equipment on site

A knowledge of fabrication and welding (MIG and TIG) would be an advantage but not essential

A knowledge of electrical control systems and PLCs would be an advantage but not essential

Attending various sites to service customers hydraulic equipment

Technical knowledge:

Experience of assembly and part drawings for fabrications, to facilitate assembly work

Understanding of the fundamentals of hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, valves, cylinders and their applications

Able to interpret hydraulic schematic drawings

Served an apprenticeship in an engineering competence

Previous hydraulics experience

Hours of work:

Monday to Friday, days a 39 hour week with OT rates

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Overtime
Work Location: In person