Job Details: Hydraulic Systems Engineer
Company
Technical Specialist
Location
Hampshire
Salary
£40,000 - £65,000
Job Ref.
24519
Job Type
Permanent
Date posted
26/08/2025
Benefits
Pension, Life Insurance, Healthcare
Contact
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A highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for hydraulics is urgently required to join an innovative marine engineering team at the forefront of cutting-edge projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing organisation where your work will have a real impact—supporting projects from concept through to commissioning.

 

Working within a skilled and supportive engineering team, you’ll play a key role in the development of mechanical systems with a focus on hydraulic design, helping to shape the next generation of marine technology for both commercial and leisure vessels.

Mechanical Design Engineer  - Hydraulics

£40,000 - £65,000 + Pension + Life Assurance + 25 Days Holiday  

Hampshire

Ref: 24519

 

Mechanical Design Engineer (Hydraulics) - The Role:

  • Design and specify hydraulic systems, producing schematics, 3D models, and detailed manufacturing drawings
  • Model and validate systems using simulation tools such as Simcenter AMEsim
  • Produce technical documentation, including calculations and design justifications
  • Support system development and testing
  • Manage supplier selection and liaison throughout the design and build process
  • Provide commissioning and technical support for vessels
  • Collaborate closely within a small, cross-functional engineering team
  • Contribute to wider mechanical design work as required

 

Mechanical Design Engineer  (Hydraulics)- The Person:

  • A qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Fluid Power, Control Systems, or a related discipline
  • Experience in hydraulic system design (including schematics and component selection)
  • Solid understanding of both industrial and mobile hydraulic systems
  • Proficiency in CAD for mechanical design (3D modelling & drawings)
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Clear communication skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative environment
  • Willingness to travel for commissioning and support activities
  • Experience using Simcenter AMEsim – highly desirable
  • NFPC or equivalent hydraulic training – desirable (can be provided for the right candidate)

 

This is a company with strong growth ambitions and a collaborative culture—offering the chance to work on high-profile marine projects in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Located on the South Coast, this role would be commutable from this role would be commutable from Portsmouth, Fareham, Port Solent, Portsmouth & Southampton.

 

For further information call Sarah Clarke Available on: 01902212000 or 07519122547 Or email: sarah.clarke@automationexperts.co.uk

 

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