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Senior mechanical engineer

Ipswich
Quest Global Engineering Limited
Mechanical engineer
Posted: 20h ago
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Overview

Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world\'s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty–five–year–old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.

As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we\'re eager to hear from you.

We are looking to expand our Mechanical Engineering capability in all levels of experience and are keen to hear from you if you feel you\'re ready to take the next step in your career.

You must be a Sole UK National and qualify for Security Clearance.


Responsibilities

The Mechanical Handling Engineer will work collaboratively with the Customer within the Mechanical Handling and Building Services teams to provide technical support on non–nuclear and nuclear mechanical handling assets and facilities within the Devonport Dockyard site; for example, cranes, lifting equipment and maintenance facilities. This role may include but is not limited to: supporting the Mechanical Engineering lead in key delivery projects, providing professional and flexible technical support to the ongoing operations and maintenance of DRDL extant mechanical handling assets, ensuring that all mechanical aspects of facility modifications, redesigns and new infrastructure are scoped, developed and delivered to meet operational requirements, safety standards and compliance obligations.

* Support the Mechanical Engineering lead and customer to understand requirements and provide mechanical engineering support.
* Periodic reviews of maintenance regimes and activities. Specifying replacement equipment/components and supporting the production of configuration documentation for permanent modifications.
* Scope, design and propose modifications to existing assets or new facilities based on customer needs and system limitations. Engage in the full lifecycle development of mechanical projects, from conceptual design through to implementation and maintenance.
* Maintaining configuration of technical drawings and documentation. Assessing and approving technical documentation prior to customer submission, ensuring technical, regulatory and safety considerations have been addressed.
* Work with other disciplines, teams and stakeholders to deliver mechanical support for multi–discipline infrastructure projects. Support the planning and execution of installation, commissioning and testing phases as needed.
* Provide technical input to project documentation, risk assessments and progress reporting.


Qualifications & Experience

* Bachelors degree (minimum) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline; Masters degree or working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred.
* Typically 3+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., nuclear, maritime, infrastructure, oil and gas etc.).
* Knowledge and awareness of cranes, crane safety and associated mechanical handling systems. Proficient with electrical CAD software and tools such as ETAP, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar.
* Proficiency in understanding/production of electrical/mechanical engineering drawings
* Proficiency in understanding/production of hand calculations/FEA
* Experience in the design process and producing evidence of the design and substantiation of systems and components.
* Ability to work in ambiguous environments, with a customer–first approach and flexibility to changing requirements.


Desirable Attributes

* Good communication skills – Makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.
* Understanding of nuclear industry and/or other safety critical environments. Experience in working in a dockyard, marine, Defence or MoD environments particularly with asset lifecycle support.
* Experience of cranes/lifting equipment and crane operations, especially safety critical and safety related systems.
* Knowledge of electrical/mechanical/hydraulic systems as typical to cranes and hauling equipment
* Knowledge of mechanical building services, including HVAC, compressed air, water systems and thermal/fluid systems
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