Student Design Engineer - Hydraulics Niftylift Limited is a private UK company, which was founded in 1985, and has achieved sustained sales growth year on year to become one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of mobile elevated work platforms. With over 75% of our products exported, we have a vast sales and dealer export network across 40 countries worldwide, supported by 400 employees in the UK, based across three centres of excellence manufacturing sites. 1 Overview Support the design team with designing hydraulic systems for mobile elevated work platforms. 2 Relationships Responsible to : Chief Engineer - Hydraulics Liaison with : All design team members 3 Main tasks Design and draw hydraulic schematics for new machines. Perform engineering calculations required for designing hydraulic systems. Use solid modelling to package hydraulic components and hoses. Undertake drawing changes and implement change control of components. Carryout light assembly work and testing activities related to developing hydraulic systems. The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role and the organisation's overall business objectives. 4 Qualifications & experience Studying towards a degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent. Good understanding of hydraulic systems, components and schematics would be beneficial. Experience in Automation Studio, Creo, Windchill or similar packages would be beneficial. 5 Characteristics Able to work individually as well as a team member. Good attention to detail and consistently produces high quality work. A keen desire to learn new technologies. 6 Benefits Annual bonus (for indication only) based on recent average £500 per annum 25 days holiday (increases with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidays Staff discounts Cycle to Work Scheme Referral Scheme Discounted gym memberships Free on-site parking Subsidised refreshments (lunch and drink options). Free quarterly company lunches Free family events Health cover scheme for dental, optical etc. (Kids membership included for free) 5% contributory pension Life insurance scheme Workwear (including safety shoes and PPE) On-site changing rooms and showers 7 Salary Competitive. 8 Closing date 31 st January 2025. Please note that the advert can close early if we reach a substantial number of applications. 9 How to apply Send a CV and cover letter to hrniftylift.com