JOB DESCRIPTION

Danfoss is proud to be at the forefront of driving a global transformation in digital and electric solutions that increase productivity and energy efficiency. We are truly passionate about investment, and innovation, as we continue to support our customers’ journey towards a greener and lower-carbon future.
We now have an opporutnity to recvcruit a highly motivated Hydraulic System Engineering Technician to work in our Digital Displacement innovation center located in Edinburgh, Scotland.
In this position, you will play a key role in the testing and development of Digital Displacement applications for mobile off-highway machinery, with a focus on test rig development, maintenance, operation and data acquisition.

BACKGROUND & SKILLS

To succeed in this position, we expect you to have:

• Degree or equivalent vocational qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulics, or a related field, plus demonstrable relevant experience. A proven track record of working with hydraulic systems in a testing or maintenance capacity will be consider.
• Proven experience operating and maintaining test equipment.
• Strong practical skills in system assembly, troubleshooting and repair, preferably in hydraulics.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems and data analysis techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable would be experience of some of the following:

• Experience with CAN bus communication.
• Experience operating excavators or other heavy machinery.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic control systems.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD software.
• Relevant hydraulic certifications, such as those offered by the British Fluid Power Association (BFPA).

As our new Hydraulic System Engineering Technician, responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operate and maintain hydraulic test rigs, including setting up test parameters, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
• Conduct performance tests on prototype hydraulic systems and components, following established procedures and documenting results.
• Analyse test data and prepare reports summarizing findings and identifying potential issues.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems related to test rig operation and hydraulic system performance.
• Assist engineers in the development and implementation of test plans.
• Fabricate and assemble prototype hydraulic systems and components.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Support field testing of hydraulic systems on off-highway vehicles