Hydraulic Systems Engineer in Desford, Leicestershire

ARMs client is seeking a contractor to focus on the development of mobile construction equipment hydraulic systems. We are seeking a motivated person to fill the role of an engineer position. The mission of the team is to provide value to our global customers both internally and externally by helping design, develop, understand, optimize, test, validate, and support hydraulic systems.

As an engineer in the hydraulic systems team, you will be responsible for hydraulic development and maintenance. You will develop and validate the hydraulic system through machine testing, tuning, and performance evaluation of the hydraulic system in the machine. You will assist in solving technical problems while growing your analytical skills and mastery of engineering concepts. You will also continue to grow your professional network.

Experience in Excel is great.
* Basic knowledge of testing and data acquisition tools
* Basic knowledge of simulation and analysis of hydraulic systems

Relevant hydraulic engineering work experience or design of off-highway construction machines. As a Senior engineer, you would expect 6-8 years of experience.

About you... (Required)

* Ability to read and understand technical schematics, including basic hydraulics.
* Good understanding of software like VISIO, ideally Automation Studio.
* Basic knowledge of 3D modeling software, ideally ProE/Creo
* Good communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
* Emphasis on initiative and self-starting tasks

About you... (Desired)

* Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science, or Materials Science curriculum
* Relevant hydraulic engineering work experience or design of off-highway construction machines
* Basic knowledge of testing and data acquisition tools
* Basic knowledge of simulation and analysis of hydraulic systems
* Basic knowledge of machine operation

About the role...

* Hydraulic System schematic creation
* Test and develop changes to hydraulic systems and component solutions
* Research and explore new technology
* Develop original or innovative approaches to engineering design, cost reduction, and problem-solving.
* Promote quality and continuous improvement philosophy
* Researching and exploring new technology
* Deepen your knowledge base of Caterpillar products, technologies, processes, services, and systems
* Organize and prioritize work assignments to complete assignments/tasks on time.

What you get in return...

* 12 month contract with a high chance of extension
* £40 PH + (Overtime rates)

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.