Hydraulic Systems Engineer

Overview

Hydraulic System Design Engineer –

Location:

Peterlee (onsite 5 days/week). Salary: £63,000 - £80,000 per annum. Type:
Permanent, full-time with excellent permanent benefits.

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. Relocation and sponsorship can also be provided for the right candidate.

• 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.

• 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.

• Experience working with suppliers to specify/select components.
• Exposure to project leadership in complex engineering programmes.

• £63k-£80k salary + bonus
• 25 days annual leave
• Private medical & pension scheme
• Employee share scheme + flexible benefits