Description
Position Title: Hydraulics Rig Design - Mechanical
Duration: Contract
Location: Hybrid Working: 1 - 2 days on site in Milton Keynes
Key Responsibilities
Design & Development
- Develop concept designs, mounting strategies and integration of systems and components to meet specific testing requirements.
- Develop detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications using either CATIA V5 or NX.
- Select and integrate components such as pumps, valves, actuators, and sensors into the testbed.
- Ensure compatibility between components for optimal performance and efficiency.
Testing & Validation
- Collaborate with test engineers to define test parameters and procedures.
- Supervise the assembly, calibration, and commissioning of test rigs.
- Perform troubleshooting and fine-tuning of test systems.
Analysis & Optimization
- Analyse test results to validate the performance and reliability of the testbed.
- Propose and implement design improvements based on testing outcomes.
Compliance & Documentation
- Ensure designs adhere to industry standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare comprehensive documentation, including design reports, test procedures, and maintenance manuals.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers.
- Liaise with suppliers and vendors as required.
Nice to Have Criteria:
Technical Expertise
- Proven experience in designing hydraulic systems and test rigs.
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic principles, fluid mechanics, and system dynamics.
- Familiarity with simulation and analysis tools like MATLAB, ANSYS or Simulink.
- Excellent problem-solving analytical skills.
- Strong communication teamwork abilities.
- Attention to detail ability to manage multiple projects.
Experience
3–5 years of experience in a relevant field; preferably within automotive; although aerospace or other industrial sectors will be considered Hands-on experience with testbed assembly instrumentation data acquisition systems is a plus.
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of PLC programming automation technologies.
Experience in model-based design control system integration.
Certification in hydraulics (e.g., Fluid Power Specialist) is advantageous.