Project Engineer
About us
Allelys is a family-owned heavy lift, heavy haulage, specialist transport and installation project provider. We are trusted to plan and deliver some of the UK’s most complex projects for customers across a wide range of sectors. That trust hasn’t been built overnight, it’s been earned, and every day each employee has the opportunity to contribute to that reputation.
Whether we’re on site, in the yard or in the office, the way we work, the decisions we make and the way we treat people all shape how customers and colleagues experience Allelys.
Our company commitment is Excellence Delivered and this means applying precision and care to every task, delivering consistently on our responsibilities and taking accountability for our actions.
We continue to invest in our people, processes and equipment so that we can keep developing our capabilities and build a sustainable business for the future.
The Role
The role is primarily responsible for the production of technical engineering solutions for our clients. The solutions will include technical drawings, calculations, risk assessments and method statements. You will be required to gain knowledge and understanding of our substantial equipment stock and be able to select the most appropriate items for each project.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop engineering solutions based on the client's heavy transport and installation requirements, including:
- Risk assessments;
- Method statements;
- Technical drawings;
- Calculations.
- Provide onsite support for site visits, client meetings, and live operations.
- Use standard methodologies and develop new, out-of-the-box ideas
- Apply standard methodologies and develop innovative solutions where required.
- Produce design calculations and rigging studies in line with relevant standards.
- Determine the resources required for each project.
- Keep project engineering administration organised and up to date.
- Respond promptly to operational challenges to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Ensure the effective implementation of Allelys' safety, environmental, engineering, and temporary works procedures.
- Ensure safety is considered throughout all designs and remains the highest priority.
- Perform any other duties reasonably requested by the Company that are consistent with the employee's skills, ability, and level of seniority.
- Work closely with Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle.
- Liaise with supporting departments to drive and coordinate all project activities, from initial planning through to final delivery.
- Play an integral role in both internal and external lessons-learnt meetings.
- Actively promote and adhere to company policies and guidelines.
Personal attributes
- Ability to clearly communicate and share ideas effectively at all levels; site operatives, colleagues, managers, directors and clients.
- Ability to work well under pressure, in a positive and calm manner.
- Methodical and organised; able to plan own workload and prioritise tasks and proactively notify stakeholders of any delays or changes.
- Always looking for ways to improve processes and performance.
- Confident in assessing situations, leading from the front, and giving clear direction to others.
- Personal interest in engineering and comfortable in a fast-paced project environment.
- A collaborative, team-oriented attitude
- Resilience and adaptability, with the ability to remain composed and effective when priorities shift or unexpected challenges arise on site.
Skills and qualifications
- Degree qualified Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineer or Naval architect.
- Technical knowledge and understanding of engineering principles.
- 2 years relevant industry or construction experience.
- Competent in AutoCAD 2D.
- Full Driving licence.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Appointed person (AP) ticket holder (desirable).
- HSEQ Qualification (desirable).
- FEM/other modelling software (desirable).
