Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics
Mechanical Engineer (Crane Support)
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Mechanical Engineer (Crane Support & Periodic Safety Review)
Working pattern: remote (occasional visits to site in Helensburgh)
Altrad are currently looking for a driven Crane / Mechanical Handling Engineer to join the team.
The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining national security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support the technical capability of the Design Authority (DA). This role will be suited to engineers with experience in Mechanical Design, although candidates experienced in Mechanical Installation or Maintenance are also welcomed.
Key Deliverables
- Technical excellence in the specification, production and assessment of design packages for infrastructure.
- Plant walkdowns and production of associated Periodic Safety Review deliverables.
- Specification of reliability and operational constraints for infrastructure.
- Assessment of work control procedures for maintenance of infrastructure.
- Assessment of infrastructure design, material state, qualification and ageing mechanisms to permit the continued operation of facilities and utilities.
- Discharge and display a robust safety and security culture.
- Ensure outputs of safety related contracts meet the contract requirements and appropriate safety requirements by acting as an intelligent customer.
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Key Requirements / Qualifications:
- Broad experience in engineering, preferably with experience of design and assessment of Mechanical systems related to EOT cranes.
- Familiarity with crane design statements, other lifting equipment and LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations)
- Demonstrable experience undertaking Periodic Safety Review (PSR) in accordance with ONR License Condition 15 / DNSR Authorisation Condition 15 specifically relating to Structures, Systems and Components (SSCs), including assessment of design intent, safety case adequacy, ageing mechanisms and continued fitness for service.
- Ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective solutions for design changes / modifications of plant and supporting Infrastructure.
- A good understanding of British and international design standards.
- A track record of making intelligent evidence based decisions using various sources of data.
- Good skills in verbal and written communication.
- The ability to effectively manage and prioritise your own workload.
- HNC or equivalent qualifications and experience in a relevant engineering discipline
- Detailed knowledge of the Design Intent for Electrical Infrastructure in the nuclear industry or similar industry
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Desirable
- Experience of working within the nuclear industry or any other high hazard industry
- Incorporated Engineer status or equivalent experience and standing
- Degree or equivalent qualifications and experience in a relevant engineering discipline
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