Principal Mechanical Engineer (EOT Cranes/PSR)

ASSYSTEM

full-time Engineers
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Location
Helensburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Posted
July 05, 2026

Job Description

Job Description

Our Client's Design Authority undertakes a vital role in ensuring that key defence infrastructure that is safe and fit for purpose. 

We are looking for an experienced Crane / Mechanical Handling 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.

TASKS

Key responsibilities will include:

  • 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...