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Hydraulic System Design Engineer

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Randstad

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Location:
United Kingdom , Peterlee

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Contract Type:
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Salary:

63000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

We're looking for a Hydraulic System Design Engineer to join our Client engineering team in Peterlee. You'll be responsible for the end-to-end design and development of hydraulic systems for heavy-duty vehicles, from concept and component selection through to validation and integration.

Job Responsibility:

  • Design and develop hydraulic systems ensuring performance, safety, and reliability
  • Select and specify hydraulic components including pumps, valves, motors, cylinders, and hoses
  • Create and review engineering drawings, schematics, and documentation
  • Validate systems through simulation tools and physical testing
  • Translate machine application needs into clear system and component requirements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (drivetrain, cooling, controls, installation)
  • Support continuous improvement, cost-reduction, and aftermarket projects
  • Stay up to date with emerging hydraulic technologies to drive innovation

Requirements:

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or similar
  • Strong experience in hydraulic system design within construction, mining, agricultural, or other heavy/off-highway equipment
  • Proven ability to design, analyse, and validate complex hydraulic circuits
  • Skilled in reading and creating schematics and technical drawings
  • Strong communicator, comfortable working across global and cross-functional teams
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Nice to have:

  • Experience working with suppliers to specify/select components
  • Exposure to project leadership in complex engineering programmes
What we offer:
  • Bonus
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Private medical & pension scheme
  • Employee share scheme
  • Flexible benefits
  • Relocation and sponsorship can also be provided for the right candidate

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 25, 2026

Expiration:
April 05, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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