Job Description

Location:

Abingdon, Oxfordshire

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Company Overview

LHY Powertrain Ltd, based in Abingdon, is a wholly owned subsidiary of LHY Powertrain GmbH & Co. KG, headquartered in Aschaffenburg, Germany. The company is responsible for the sales, service, and support of LHY Powertrain products across the UK and Republic of Ireland.

Due to continued business activity, LHY Powertrain Ltd is seeking a full-time Workshop Technician/engineer to join the team on a permanent basis.

Role Overview

The Workshop Technician will be responsible for the strip-down, inspection, repair, modification, and testing of hydraulic pumps, motors, and valves within the workshop. The role requires a high level of technical accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to engineering best practices.

The position reports directly to the Workshop & After sales Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out strip-down, fault analysis, repair, and modification of hydraulic pumps, motors, and valves Perform new unit modifications in line with customer or engineering requirements Produce written technical reports detailing the condition of un-repaired units Identify and prepare parts lists and quantities required to complete repairs Support and participate in functional testing of repaired and modified units Work in accordance with company procedures, quality standards, and general engineering best practices Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workshop environment Contribute positively to continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience in a workshop or technician role, ideally involving the repair, assembly, or maintenance of precision-engineered mechanical or hydraulic components Strong attention to detail and a consistent, methodical approach to work Ability to work effectively within a small team environment Good communication skills and the confidence to use initiative and suggest improvements to existing processes An academic qualification in a relevant engineering or technical discipline would be advantageous Must have the right to work in the UK

Training & Development

Full training will be provided to the successful candidate Training will include in-house instruction and formal training at Linde Hydraulics headquarters in Germany, following completion of the probationary period

Salary & Benefits

Salary up to 28,000 per annum, dependent on experience within an engineering sector. Permanent position with long-term development opportunities within an international engineering organization
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person