Posted 02 August, 2026
Projects (Hydraulics) Engineer
Layka Connect
Egham, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Hydraulic Project Engineer Egham-based | Hands-on engineering | Customer-site commissioning | Varied, high-value projects We’re looking for a practical, confident Hydraulic Project Engineer to take ownership of varied customer projects from build and test through to installation, commissioning and handover. You’ll work on low-volume, high-value hydraulic systems and sub-systems, combining hands-on engineering with project coordination, problem solving and direct customer support. If you enjoy seeing complex engineering projects through from the factory floor to a successful site installation, this is a strong opportunity to do varied, rewarding work. The role You’ll coordinate engineering design, manufacture, installation, commissioning and documentation to keep customer projects on track, on budget and aligned to specification.\n
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- Lead project implementation in-house and on customer sites, including international installations where required. \n
- Set up, test, calibrate and fault-find hydraulic systems before delivery and during commissioning. \n
- Work closely with internal teams to resolve issues, maintain schedules and report progress. \n
- Prepare and manage documentation, including risk assessments, safe systems of work and calibration certificates. \n
- Ensure projects meet relevant quality, machinery and health and safety requirements. \n
- Provide maintenance, service and technical support to customers when needed. \n
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- At least 3 years’ experience working with hydraulics in a manufacturing environment, ideally with low-volume, high-value systems. \n
- A strong all-round engineering background across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic and servo-control disciplines. \n
- Hands-on confidence with system setup, testing, calibration and fault finding. \n
- Experience with control systems; knowledge of industrial automation, real-time systems or similar technologies would be an advantage. \n
- Comfortable working directly with customers and travelling for site installations. \n
- HND, degree or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline; practical experience is especially valued. \n
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- Work on varied customer projects, from specialist sub-components to complete hydraulic systems. \n
- Combine hands-on engineering with project ownership and customer-facing commissioning. \n
- Be part of a practical, skilled team delivering complex, bespoke engineering solutions. \n
- Receive training on our in-house operational software and project processes. \n
