Graduate Engineer

Job Title:

Graduate Engineer

Location:

Birmingham, West Midlands
Employment:
Placement
Salary:
Competitive

Hydra Force, operating from our purpose-built facility in Birmingham, UK, is a global designer and manufacturer of motion control systems and the world s leading manufacturer of hydraulic cartridge valves and custom hydraulic integrated circuits, as well as electronic controls for a variety of off-highway industries

Job Description for Graduate Engineer:

Please note - this Graduate Placement is to start immediately and will be a 12-24 month placement based at our Hydra Force, Birmingham facility

• To develop technical understanding working alongside technicians, engineers and leads.
• To provide support to the department under the guidance of experienced Engineers
• Support departments with the delivery of designated departmental projects, which will vary depending on the current business and department needs
• Develop a network of contacts within the company which will enhance your understanding and effectiveness throughout the placement
• Liaise with personnel at parent company, to control and co-ordinate new valve builds from USA
• Produce and maintain relevant internal documentation to company standards, ensuring they are clear, concise and understandable for all users
• Design and develop lean manufacturing cells, through analysis of process needs to include process assembly and test equipment.
• Design and develop assembly and testing fixtures to meet the departmental needs, liaising with the Manufacturing Services staff when required to arrange fabrication
• Support production by working closely with Team Leaders to fulfil requests for tooling and providing assistance where required
• Undertake training opportunities as they arise to enhance learning and contribute to professional development

Qualifications for Graduate Engineer:

• Completed engineering degree
• Computer literate, with sound knowledge of Microsoft packages
• Awareness of lean manufacturing techniques would be useful
• Understanding of manufacturing and production processes advantageous
• AutoCAD, Creo or any 3D Modeling software would be advantageous
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to work as effective member of team, collaborating where required to achieve optimum outcomes
• Experienced in managing projects, delivering on time and within budget

Interviews available immediately for most suitable Graduate Engineer candidates

Please note - this Graduate Placement is to start immediately and will be a 12-24 month placement based at our Hydra Force, Birmingham facility