Hydraulic Engineer

PERMANENT TEST ENGINEER

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
- HYDRAULICS BRADFORD
- M606 SALARY UP TO £33k Our client is small and friendly, family-owned hydraulic engineering company based on the Euroway Estate just off the M606 in Bradford.

Established in 1984, yet they work in partnership with five of the worlds leading hydraulic manufacturers and have built a strong reputation for quality and reliability.

They are looking for an Assistant Hydraulic Test Engineer to join their experienced test team.

This role is ideal for an experienced engineer or someone with a strong engineering background who wants to build and develop specialist hydraulic skills.

The Role The ideal hyrdualic test engineer will work within the test department, youll be involved in a wide variety of testing and hydraulic work.

Youll be expected to work independently or as part of a team, producing high-quality work to tight tolerances with a right-first-time and can do attitude.

You will be supported by experienced colleagues and given time to develop, with a clear expectation of working to high standards and tight tolerances.

Key duties include: Testing hydraulic pumps, motors and ancillary equipment Compiling test certificates and performance graphs Working on rotary equipment, gearboxes, pumps, motors and valves Fault finding and detailed inspection work Working on units from a variety of manufacturers Assisting with service work when required Reporting to the Test Supervisor / Technical Manager What you'll get in return Ongoing in-house training and mentoring Access to external training courses and manufacturer-led courses The opportunity to grow into a highly skilled hydraulic test engineer Exposure to a wide range of equipment and leading manufacturers A positive attitude, willingness to learn and pride in your work are just as important as experience.

What you will have to offer NVQ Level 3 mechanical qualification or equivalent Qualifications in hydraulic pump, motor, valve and transmission test is desirable but not essential.

Competent in IT skills and usage of Microsoft programs.

Knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements when working in the workshop.

Familiar with the working functions of hydraulic systems/components.

Ability to understand and follow hydraulic/mechanical drawings and schematics.

Training courses are available to support skill development and ongoing learning within the role Hours of Work Monday to Thursday: 7:00am to 3:30pm Friday: 6:00am 2:30pm can be flexible, but nice early finsihes What you'll get Competitive pay: £13.50 £16.00 per hour (DOE) 31 days holiday inc bank holidays Additional 1 day holiday after 5 years service Company pension scheme Free parking A Greggs just down the road :-) If youre an experienced engineer looking for a stable, long-term role within a supportive and well-established company, apply with your CV.

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This vacancy is being advertised by AMF Recruitment Ltd, a specialist recruitment business supporting the manufacturing industry.