Hydraulics Rig Design - Project Lead

Hydraulics Rig Design - Mechanical

Body & Chassis

Milton Keynes

6 month contract

Outside IR35

1 day onsite per week

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*

Job Description

As Hydraulics Rig Design - Mechanical your main responsibilities are:

• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications / Skills needed

• 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.
• 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, and data acquisition systems is a plus.

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

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