Mechanical Handling Engineer

Overview

Mechanical engineer supporting crane/handling assets and facilities at Devonport Dockyard.

Key Responsibilities

• mechanical design
• installation
• commissioning
• maintenance review
• documentation
• risk assessment

Tasks

-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. -Support the Mechanical Engineering lead and customer to understand requirements and provide mechanical engineering support. -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. -Periodic reviews of maintenance regimes and activities. Specifying replacement equipment/components and supporting the production of configuration documentation for permanent modifications. -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. -Provide technical input to project documentation, risk assessments and progress reporting.

Requirements

• hvac
• etap
• autocad
• fea
• chartered
• customer focus

What You Bring

-Knowledge of mechanical building services, including HVAC, compressed air, water systems and thermal/fluid systems -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. -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. -Ability to work in ambiguous environments, working with a customer-first approach and providing flexibility to changing requirements. -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 -Good Communication skills - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens effectively; clarifies information as needed. -Typically 3+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., nuclear, maritime, infrastructure, oil and gas etc. ). -Experience in the design process and producing evidence of the design and substantiation of systems and components. -Proficiency in understanding/production of hand calculations/FEA -Proficiency in understanding/production of electrical/mechanical engineering drawings -Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline; Master’s degree or working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred.

About Quest Global

-By blending deep technical know‑how with digital innovation, it evolved into a global engineering partner. -Projects range from next‑gen automotive safety systems and AI‑driven semiconductors to cutting‑edge aerospace and defense platforms. -Its financial growth is steady—built on recurring partnerships with Fortune‑top‑10 clients across key sectors. -A hallmark project: sustaining global EMS/ADMS energy‑management software for a major utilities provider. -Another standout: accelerating MRI development and support globally for a leading MedTech firm. -Its edge lies in full‑lifecycle delivery—concept, design, embedded software, manufacturing support, digital sustenance. -Known for foresight, the firm not only solves challenges but anticipates and prevents them.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-must be a sole uk national and obtain security clearance.