About NiftyliftFounded in 1985 by Roger Bowden, Niftylift has grown to be one of the world's leading manufacturers of mobile elevated work platforms, with over 500 employees in the UK and USA.Our CultureOur culture is one of openness, participation, accountability, flexibility and teamwork. We believe people to be our prime asset and highly value and rely on employee involvement to achieve our goals. We operate as a single-status organisation and all employees are treated fairly and equally, whatever their role within the organisation.Staff BenefitsOur staff welfare program includes benefits such as staff healthcare, staff discounts, subsidised food, death in service, a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, a dedicated on-site staff induction and training centre as well as regular staff events. e.g. company luncheons, family open days and Christmas parties.DescriptionNiftylift 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 worldleading 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.OverviewSupport the design team with designing hydraulic systems for mobile elevated work platforms.Main tasksDesign 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 organisationoverall business objectives.Qualifications & ExperienceStudying 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.CharacteristicsAble 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.BenefitsAnnual bonus (for indication only) based on recent average per annum25 days holiday (increases with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidaysStaff discountsCycle to Work SchemeReferral SchemeDiscounted gym membershipsFree on-site parkingSubsidised refreshments (lunch and drink options).Free quarterly company lunchesFree family eventsHealth cover scheme for dental, optical etc. (Kids membership included for free)5% contributory pensionLife insurance schemeWorkwear (including safety shoes and PPE)On-site changing rooms and showersSalaryCompetitive.Closing Date31st January 2025.Please note that the advert can close early if we reach a substantial number of applications.How to ApplySend a CV and cover letter to hrniftylift.com