Hydraulic Systems Engineer Job Gillingham area,England UK,Engineering

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

As a Hydraulic Systems Engineer, you will join our Gillingham team to support our activities within the aerospace engineering sector.

Location:
Gillingham
On Site:
Hybrid
Clearance:
Clearable
Experience Level: Mid - Level (3- 9 years experience)

Key Responsibilities

Support the design, analysis, and development of hydraulic systems and electro-hydraulic components
Conduct performance assessments of hydraulic systems and solenoid valve assemblies
Analyse and interpret test data to identify trends, issues, and improvement opportunities
Support system testing, troubleshooting, and root cause investigations
Develop engineering calculations and analytical models to support design decisions
Collaborate with design, systems, and test teams to ensure successful product development and integration
Generate technical reports and present findings to internal stakeholders

Qualifications Required Skills

Strong understanding of solenoid valves and electro-hydraulic components
Mechanical engineering background with experience of hydraulic systems
Experience in data processing, interpretation, and engineering analysis
Proficiency with MATLAB and Mathcad
Ability to support testing, troubleshooting, and performance evaluation activities
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering
, or equivalent
military experience
.
Experience working with hydraulic systems in an engineering environment
Knowledge of engineering analysis methodologies and system validation activities

Desirable Skills

Experience with in aerospace, defence, automotive, or other highly regulated industries
Knowledge of hydraulic actuation systems and control technologies
Familiarity with requirements verification and validation processes
Experience using simulation or modelling tools to support hydraulic system development
Understanding of systems engineering principles and product development life cycles

Additional Information Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
Private Medical Insurance
Cycle & Tech Scheme
Employee assistance programme
Life insurance & Pension Scheme
Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
Flexible way of working (role dependent)

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